Dental care and early prevention for children

Your child's dental care begins before you are born. Did you know that your child's teeth can begin the first developmental stage of the fetus between the third and sixth months of pregnancy and within six weeks of pregnancy? This is the time to form the basic substance. A person who is about to become a mother should practice healthy eating habits as soon as possible. Good nutrition is important for proper dental care during pregnancy and for oral health during child dental development. Proper calcium, vitamin C, vitamin D and phosphorus need to be included in the mother's diet, as well as dairy, soy products, green leafy vegetables and fortified cereals. Certain medications, such as tetracycline, should be avoided during pregnancy, which can cause damage to substances in the teeth of the embryo.

Your child visits the dentist for the first time
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  It is important to make sure your child is going to the dentist for the first time. We all know how important first impressions are, they can last a lifetime. Your child's first visit should be between 1 and 2 years old. The dentist can check the initial signs of cavities and recommend fluoride treatment to help prevent decay. You can also talk to him, sucking your thumb, this is the habit of most children. He can tell you some ways to break this habit and help prevent the danger of tooth development. Inform the dentist that any disease or medication your child may be taking. If you don't understand any suggestions, don't be afraid to ask for a more detailed explanation.

Maintain an active role
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  It is important for parents to play an active role in caring for their child's dental care and oral health, such as by brushing their teeth and using floss themselves. Children who maintain good dental care and oral habits through adolescents are more likely to continue brushing their teeth and flossing into adulthood.

Don't wait for an emergency to get your child to visit for the first time. It will be an unpleasant experience that will leave them with a bad impression. Stay positive, don't show fear or anxiety, remember that your child can accept these emotions and reflect them, which is important to you. Assure them that the dentist is a friendly doctor, which will help them take care of their teeth and perhaps reward them with special things after the visit.

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