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The health of your kids’ teeth is very important to not just their overall health right now but also to their future health. As a parent, it is your responsibility to ensure that your children’s teeth are in the best possible condition to give them the best possible start in life.
Problems can easily develop with children’s teeth because of the developing nature of the tooth structure and the diet, often high in sugar, which can badly affect the teeth. No parent ever wants to see their child suffering but by ignoring their dental health this is what you may be doing.
The best way of making sure that your child is looking after their teeth is to ensure that they are practising good oral hygiene. A very close second to this is making sure that your child visits a London dentist every six months to check that they are developing well and to examine the teeth for any signs of dental health problems.
Common problems that affect children’s teeth are decay and gum disease and which can be every serious for children’s teeth because they are not fully developed. Also, because children eat sugary food this can also badly affect the teeth as sugar clings to the teeth and allows plaque and bacteria to form.
Trying to teach your child good oral hygiene methods can be difficult but there are several tips for making it easier. Try and turn cleaning teeth into a game. If you try and force your child to brush their teeth this can cause resentment so make the experience fun or even reward them for doing it well. This will help to encourage good oral hygiene habits and set them up well for a lifetime of good oral health.