Pediatric Dentistry of Redlands

The heat is on the way and the sun is shining. Your children may be staying up later because the sun is out later. While all of this outside playing is awesome, be careful they are drinking enough water. Children who experience dry mouth are more likely to have dental problems. A dry mouth leads to bacteria being able to attack the enamel of their teeth causing more opportunities for cavities. Not only does saliva help keep bacteria from becoming a problem, it also helps remove the food from their teeth in between brushing. Warm weather is the perfect time for barbecues, carb’s and sweet treats. All of these foods can latch onto your child’s teeth causing cavities, especially when they do not have enough saliva to rinse the food from their teeth in between brushing. Once they feel the effects of having a dry mouth, the bacteria have already begun to do the damage. Keeping them hydrated with water, fruits and vegetables can keep their smile healthy.   Have your children...

As the weather continues to warm up, it’s important to protect your child’s health. While they enjoy the pool, play in the park and run around the splash pad with friends, here are some tips to help keep your child hydrated and protect their smile and their body. Don’t forget the sunscreen. You want SPF 45 or higher for children and one that is sweat and waterproof. Sunscreen has to be reapplied after a few hours of being in the sun, especially if they are playing in water. Hydration is critical. Keeping your child hydrated is crucial to their health. Not only does it save their smile from bacteria, but water decreases their chance of illness due to heat stroke. Keep fruits and vegetables in a bag for them to grab. Their little bodies need fuel as they spend more energy running around. Fruits and vegetables not only help reduce plaque from adhering to their teeth, but they also give them the fuel they need. Take a break from the sun every few h...