Four things to tell your children about cavities

One of the unwelcome words in dental offices is cavity. 

Most often than not, cavities often occur to children rather than adults. This is why parents need to promote good dental hygiene with their kids.

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Germs drill up your tooth. Cavities are holes caused by tooth decay, which in turn was caused by plaque, which is made up of germs. To put it more simply, cavities are caused by germs that thrive on your mouth due to bad brushing habits. The bacteria in the mouth creates acid when plaque hangs on your tooth. The acids then can chomp off the external layer of your tooth.

Dentists are cavities worst enemies. A visit to dental offices can end your child’s woes. Prep them first, as they may need to take an x-ray. Dentists can fix your child’s tooth by removing the rotted part , afterwards seal it with a filling.

No more tooth. Skipping the dental office can lead to bigger dental problems. The more they put off a visit to the dental clinic, the worse the pain will be. The acids can cause toothache and even reach the inside of the tooth making it rot.

Brushing works. You can help prevent cavities by brushing your kid’s teeth after every meal or at least twice a day. Make sure to gently brush in up and down or in a circular motion. Encourage flossing teeth at least once a day. 

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For zero cavities, set an appointment with your dentist at least twice a year. These may be for check-up and regular cleaning.

Dr. Cecilia Lontoc DMD is one of the best dentists. For more information or to schedule your dental checkup, please call (310) 782-6155  or visit our website at www.cecilialontocdmd.com