Pediatric dental hygiene practice in Cerritos

Pediatric dentist in Cerritos

It takes both home attention and visits to our office here at Buena Park Smile Dental to keep your child's teeth and gums strong and healthy. That means regular brushing and flossing, along with a dental exam and teeth cleaning every six months.

The center of good pediatric dental hygiene practice is preventing plaque from eroding tooth enamel and causing cavities. Plaque is also responsible for gum disease, which your child is prone to just as you are. Begin by maintaining your child's diet as a nutritious one, and keep a close eye on how much sugar your child consumes. Kids love sugar, but it's no friend to their dental wellness. Your child should brush his or her teeth upon waking, prior to bedtime, and after meals. Our pediatric dentist in Cerritos will show her or him the most effective way to do so. The same is true with flossing, which should be done before bedtime. The goal is to remove as much plaque as possible. Some, though, can hide out of reach, such as in gum pockets. It then hardens into tartar. And that can only be properly addressed with a visit to our pediatric dentist in Cerritos for a teeth cleaning, during which tartar buildup is successfully eliminated, along with any residual plaque. It reduces the chances for future cavities and gum disease. In fact, it also reverses the effects of gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease, and thereby prevents advanced gum disease from developing. There are other methods that are helpful in keeping cavities from occurring, such as fluoride treatments and dental sealants. Consider them added layers of protection. There is no downside to either, so it makes perfect sense to take advantage of them.

This is an ideal time to reach out to us and schedule an appointment for your child with our pediatric dentist in Cerritos.