Baptiste Orthodontics is Now Offering Pediatric Dentistry for Kids!
Dr. Baptiste • July 1, 2021
As a child begins to teethe, many new parents may find themselves wondering when it is the best time to take their child to see a dentist. Typically a child should see their first dentist when their first tooth emerges, typically around the 6 month mark. It is also around this time that mom and dad should start brushing their child’s teeth for them, until they are able to hold a toothbrush themselves.
At Baptiste Orthodontics, we know the importance of seeing a dentist early in life as it gives your child a step up in their oral hygiene journey. Because we understand this, we are now happy to offer pediatric dentistry in Apopka, FL
for kids! We believe in the importance of oral care in kids for reason such as:
• It helps to prevent tooth decay. Keeping these baby teeth, or primary teeth, clean from decay is incredibly vital even if they are going to eventually fall out as they are temporary. Baby teeth are important for speech development patterns, along with assisting the permanent teeth in guiding them to their proper points. Losing a baby tooth prematurely can cause bite alignment problems later on.
• Having your child go to a dentist early on will help for the dentist to follow the development and monitor the progress of the jaws and teeth. A dentist may be able to spot any early signs of malocclusions and adjust the problem with treatments before it evolves into something greater down the road.
• Taking your child early to a dentist will not only be beneficial for the child, but for the parents as well. That’s right, parents too will be properly educated on how to help manage their child’s oral health until they are able to do so. Learning the best brushing and flossing techniques along with addressing developmental issues and how to correct them, such as thumb sucking.
• Having your child become familiar with their dentist at an early stage helps to make them feel more relaxed in that environment. As many adults have a fear of going to the dentist, taking a child early can reduce the risk of them developing a dental phobia later in life. Most adults who do suffer from anxiety about the dentist tend to have more serious dental issues as they put off going to have their regular dental check-ups.
Taking the time to care for your children’s oral hygiene early on helps to establish a healthy routine for them later on in life. Having them relate the dentist as a positive and fun experience will also help to get them excited about their teeth’s health as well. At Baptiste Orthodontics we are so excited to expand upon our knowledge and share them with you. Our expert team is more than willing in assisting you and your family’s dental health needs. Make sure to schedule or book an appointment with us today to learn more about our Pediatric Dentistry services for kids.
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