Get Rid Of Plaque On Your Children’s Teeth




            Plaque is a yellow sticky film that attaches to your children’s teeth when they consume food. It is a mixture of bacteria and food that adheres to the tooth and can even be in the front of their mouth. Plaque is a problem that can lead, not only to cavities, but to bad breath in children as well. If your children have plaque follow these simple steps to get their dental health back on track.

For children, the recommendation is to have them brush their teeth with toothpaste 2x a day. Brushing their teeth after they consume food is necessary to keep plague from sticking to their teeth. You want to make sure the toothpaste is one that is appropriate for children. Children’s toothpaste contains fluoride and other items that are critical to keeping your children’s smile healthy.

Visit the dentist regularly. When your children have a dental cleaning with Dr. Cameron Fuller and his staff, the professionals are able to remove any plague that is still stuck on their teeth to improve their dental health. Not only that, but having the dentist check their teeth regularly helps them from refrain from getting cavities and other dental problems.


For more information on how to keep their smile healthy, contact Dr. Fuller and his team today.

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