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Tulsa, OK Child Oral Health
Kids Dental
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At Kids Dental, we want our patients to be educated about what we do. Brushing and flossing the correct way is what we teach the most, and here are the reasons why........
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 Oral health problems can impact self-esteem for children and lead to problems eating, speaking and attending to learning.
Common dental problems seen in children are cavities and gingivitis, which is found in the majority of U.S. children. When these problems are not caught early and treated, they can develop into more severe problems and cause unnecessary suffering, however, much of the time, oral problems are avoidable problems.
In addition to advising regular dental visits that include a periodontal examination, Kids Dental offers these tips to parents to help ensure good oral health in children:
- Establish good oral health habits early. When your child is 12 months old, you can begin using toothpaste when brushing his or her teeth. However, only use a pea-sized portion on the brush and press it into the bristles so your child won't eat it. And, when the gaps between your child's teeth close, it's important to start flossing.
- Serve as a good role model by practicing good oral health care habits yourself.
- Check your child's mouth for any signs of gum disease, including bleeding gums, swollen and bright red gums, gums that are receding away from the teeth and bad breath.
- Make sure your child consumes a balanced diet. Studies have shown insufficient levels of calcium and vitamin C may make people more susceptible to periodontal disease.
- Educate your child regarding the health risks of using tobacco products. Smoking is the number one preventable risk factor for periodontal disease.
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• The crown is the part of a tooth you can see.
• The root holds the tooth in the jaw.
• Pulp is the inside part of a tooth. It is made up of nerves that feel pain and blood vessels that keep the tooth healthy.
• Dentin is the yellow stuff that is around the pulp. It is harder than bone and makes up most of the tooth.
• Enamel covers the dentin in the crown of the tooth. It is the hardest tissue in the body, and protects your tooth when you chew.
• Cementum, which is about as hard as bone, is all around the dentin in the root of the tooth. The cementum and enamel usually meet where the root and the crown join.
So remember, always brush at least twice a day and floss at least once a day to keep out tooth decay!
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SoonerCare & Medicaid Patients Are Always Welcome
Kids Dental...........We Will Be Here When You Need Us
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Call Kids Dental today at 918-895-8090 to schedule your child's appointment. If you have any other questions or comments, please e-mail us.
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