5 Questions To Ask Your Pediatric Dentist:



1.     How do I introduce the brushing process with my child?
a.     It is really important to get them used to using a toothbrush from a young age. To get them started you may want to have them just chew on one as you’re getting ready for your day or as you are getting ready for bed at night. The sooner you begin to introduce a toothbrush the easier the process is.
2.     What are the signs of a more serious dental problem with my child?
a.     If your child is complaining of sensitivity, or pain in their mouth, take it seriously. It may end up being nothing, but left unchecked it can turn into something that is extremely painful for your child.  If your child all of sudden develops sleep issues that are unexplained in other ways, they may have a tooth that is bothering them.
3.     What snacks are best for my child?
a.     Depending on the age of your child some snacks are healthier than others. You’ll want to introduce fruits and vegetables as a snack at a young age and then adapt the snack as they get older. For example, strawberries cut up for your toddler may be fine, but try putting them in a smoothie for your kindergartner to keep them coming back for more.
4.     How cavity prone is my child?
a.     “In order to determine how frequent or easy it is for your child to get a cavity, it is important to have a pediatric dentist,” suggests Dr. Cameron Fuller, “to check the PH of their mouth. This will help you know if they are more susceptible to cavities and what you can do to help prevent them.”
5.     What should I expect as my child grows older?
a.     Children’s teeth have developmental stages. In order for you to know what is normal and when there’s a problem, it is important to know the stages of development and what to expect with your child’s teeth. Your child’s pediatric dentist can help with this through education.

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