Pediatric Dentistry of Redlands

A white, healthy smile may seem like a mile away when it comes to your child’s teeth and a mountain you can’t climb. Here are 8 ways that Dr. Fuller recommends, can help to keep your child’s teeth healthy and help them to achieve a whiter smile.” 1.      Have them brush regularly. Brushing regularly removes any food from the surface of the teeth and keeps decay from seeping in and causing problems for their smile. 2.      Flossing 1x a day keeps their gums in tip-top-shape. There is no other single activity that can keep your child’s gums healthy. 3.      Visit the dentist at least 2x a year. Any problems that may be brewing below the surface can be taken care of quickly when they are visiting the dentist regularly. 4.      Visit the dentist and get cavities and other problems fixed. Cavities can grow quickly and become a bigger problem if they are left untreated. 5. ...

1. Watch what your child eats. Eating more natural fruits and veggies without sauce can enhance your child’s smile because those foods increase the water which washes away debris, and that also decreases the opportunities food has to stay stuck to your child’s teeth.   2. Have your child brush and floss everyday. Dentists, including pediatric dentist, Dr. Cameron Fuller, has been saying this for years. This is the number-one way to prevent bacteria growth, decay and other more severe dental problems.   3. Chew xylitol gum between brushing and flossing in order to allow for excess food to be washed away after your child has snacked and before they get a chance to brush or floss.   4. Avoid dried fruits. While they sound good, they can stick to your child’s teeth. The longer food is on your teeth the more opportunity bacte...