It’s Time to Schedule Your Child’s Back-to-School Dental Appointment!
The summer has flown by in a blink, and before you turn around, the children will be back in school. This momentous day has a way of sneaking up on you. In the hustle and bustle of getting ready for school, don’t forget to schedule your child’s routine dental appointment to start the school year off right. Routine dental appointments are important all year long, but your back-to-school checkup is a significant component in fighting cavities, which is the most common chronic disease found in school-age children. Dental disease causes children to miss more than 51 million school hours each year.
Regular Dental Check-Ups
A dental check-up to treat or prevent dental problems should be first on your list. Some dental problems are not evident, even when there are cavities present. Regular check-ups with Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS are important. She can diagnose and treat dental problems to save your child pain and lost school time, or worse, extensive treatments in the future. She may also recommend sealants for school age children to prevent decay.
Dr. Evanson will look at the big picture of your child’s mouth, including teeth and gums. She will also check to make sure your child’s teeth are aligned, check your child’s bite to check for orthodontic issues that may arise.
Digital X-Rays Are Part of a Comprehensive Check-up
Digital x-rays help Dr. Evanson see how your child’s teeth are developing above and below the surface. These x-rays disclose if there is any tooth decay between your child’s teeth and they help to make sure the tooth roots are healthy. Tooth decay can accelerate very quickly, so the earlier a cavity is caught, the better.
Dr. Evanson uses state-of-the-art digital x-rays to help diagnose your child’s dental health with accuracy, comfort, and speed. Traditional imaging was usually an uncomfortable and painful experience, especially for small mouths. Digital x-ray equipment is a handheld device that is much more comfortable than conventional x-rays of the past, the images are bigger and the image quality is superior.
Professional Teeth Cleaning is Also Part of a Comprehensive Check-up
Your child may be diligent at brushing his or her teeth, but it’s not possible to eliminate all the bacteria that can lead to cavities. A professional cleaning at your dental check-up is so important. The dental hygienist removes cavity-causing bacteria and plaque during the process of cleaning, which also helps keep gum tissue healthy. A professional cleaning can also remove many of the stains from your teeth.
Homework From Dr. Evanson
Your child’s teacher is not the only one to assign homework! Dr. Evanson reminds children that good dental health begins at home with proper dental hygiene and diet. Brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and flossing once a day is the foundation of maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Very young children (ages 1 – 5) are especially susceptible to tooth decay and parents should oversee or brush their teeth to make sure they do a good job.
Add buying a new toothbrush to your school shopping list. The American Dental Association recommends that you buy a new toothbrush three or four times a year. If you can’t remember when to buy a new toothbrush, stay on your child’s school schedule and buy a new one every time report cards come out.
Make Your Appointment Today
Dr. Evanson treats patients of all ages and her mission is to help children, teens and adults achieve and maintain a beautiful, healthy smile. Contact us online or call today for an appointment at (720) 409-0008 before that first school bell rings!
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