Everyone is familiar with Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day. But did you know that February is notable for another reason, too? The American Dental Association has designated all of February as National Children’s Dental Health Month. So, there couldn’t be a better time to make sure your children’s teeth are their healthiest. At Pasadena Family Dentistry, Dr. Kimber Holmes and Dr. Erica Revel practice children’s dentistry with an emphasis on education and prevention for the youngest citizens in Pasadena, TX, and beyond.
When your children are young, the best thing you can do to encourage proper oral health care is show them how you take care of your teeth and gums. Let them watch you brush and floss your teeth, and as they grow and their smiles develop, make brushing and flossing a family activity. There is truth in jest—monkey see, monkey do!
When you bring your children to the children’s dentist Pasadena trusts, we’ll reinforce the good habits you’ve established at home. At a dental checkup—and we’d like to see them every six months just as we do you—we’ll clean their teeth and remove plaque should there be any; we’ll examine their gums for early signs of periodontal disease; and we’ll visually check for signs of tooth decay and take digital x-rays when necessary to find hidden decay.
Fluoride Treatments and Dental Sealants
After we’ve cleaned your child’s teeth, we might apply a fluoride treatment. Fluoride is a mineral that attracts other minerals to strengthen teeth’s enamel, the first line of defense against cavities. We use a fluoride varnish, which is more effective than other fluoride treatments. Plus, it tastes good, and you no longer have to wait 30 minutes before eating or drinking.
Dental sealants are the next line of defense. Sealants are applied as a liquid on your child’s permanent molars and are then hardened with a curing light, thereby creating a barrier against decay-causing bacteria.
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For the best in children’s dentistry, call Pasadena Family Dentistry. We proudly serve children and adults in Pasadena, TX, as well as from the surrounding communities of South Houston, La Porte, Deer Park, Channelview, Clear Lake, and beyond.