Your Kids Are Listening



Our kids hear and see all that we do. If we have healthy habits, they'll follow suit. Take time to share with your children the why behind healthy dental habits. Pediatric dentist, Dr. Cameron Fuller suggests, "habits are formed by patterns of behavior that are lived day in and day out." Here are three instant habits you can integrate into you and your children's dental routine to decrease decay.

1. Chew sugar free gum. Saliva is important to rid food from the surface of the teeth. A small stick of sugar free gum not only freshens your breath between brushing but it also allows the increase in saliva production to decrease the amount of food stuck to your teeth.

2. Reduce overall sugar intake. Sugar left on the surface of the teeth for long periods of time begins to break down the enamel of teeth causing cavities. The sugar combines with other substances in the mouth increasing plaque, which then attacks the enamel and increases the risk of decay.

3. Visit the dentist regularly. Dentists can help to catch any potential problems. They can add sealants onto the baby teeth to help prevent decay and can fill any current cavities to avoid them from getting worse.

For more information on how to protect your child’s teeth, contact Dr. Fuller & his team today.

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