Plaque Prevention Tips

 Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

When children develop good smile care habits they can protect their teeth from damaging plaque.  Great oral health care is the best way to keep their teeth beautiful and healthy.  Here are a few simple ways to fight plaque.

Tooth Tips:

• Flossing – Did you know that most cavities actually occur in between your teeth?  Don’t forget to floss!
• Fluoride – We offer fluoride treatments at our office that make teeth stronger and more resistant to decay.
• Xylitol – Although similar to sugar, xylitol is actually good for your teeth!  This artificial sweetener is found in many chewing gums.  It helps protect your teeth by keeping bacteria in your mouth from sticking to your teeth.
• Water – Drink lots of water!  This is a great way to wash away food and bacteria.
• Sealants – Sealants fill the small groves in the biting surface of your child’s molars.  By covering up the grooves, we can limit hard-to-reach places and prevent tooth decay.

To learn more about how you can keep your child’s teeth healthy and plaque-free visit this website.  You can also contact our office.  We are happy to answer any questions about your child’s oral health care needs!  Call 516-222-5100 to contact our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to contact our Glen Cove office.

Baby Teeth Tips for a Healthy Smile

 Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

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Parents – you want to keep your child’s smile healthy.  That’s why it’s so important to start teaching good habits early!  Although baby teeth are temporary, they play a big role in your child’s development and oral health.  Here are a few things that you can do to make sure that your child grows up with a healthy, cavity-free smile.

Baby Teeth Tips:

• Early Care – You should schedule your child’s first dental visit by their first birthday.  Preventative care can save you money and keep your child’s teeth healthy.
• Develop Habits – Help your child develop brushing and flossing habits from a young age.  Even before teeth come in gums should be cleaned with a soft washcloth.
• Drinking – Sipping on juice all day is bad for teeth.  It leaves plenty of time for sugars to eat away at the enamel.  Instead, let your kids sip on water.  Avoid baby bottle decay by filling a bottle with water before they go to bed.
• Binky – A pacifier is great for putting infants to sleep.  However, parents should wean their children off once they reach 2 or 3 years old.
• Medication – Children with chronic conditions like asthma have a higher tooth decay rate.  Certain medications like antibiotics can cause oral thrush.  Children with long-term medications should brush more frequently.

Read more oral health care tips here.  If you have any questions about how you can better care for your child’s teeth, give us a call!  Contact our Garden City office by calling 516-222-5100 or our Glen Cove office by calling 516-759-7000.  We are happy to help you care for all of your child's smile needs.

Permanent Tooth Care Tips

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Kids start to lose their baby teeth when they are around 6 or 7 years old.  During this exciting time, they need to learn how to care for their new teeth.  Here are a few things for parents to keep in mind as their kid’s permanent teeth grow in.

5 Tips to Care for Permanent Teeth:

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• Use a soft toothbrush with a pea-sized dab of toothpaste.
• Place sealants on the molars to protect them from decay.
• Teach your child to spit out foam after brushing.
• Start flossing as soon as two teeth touch.
• Visit the dentist to make sure that they are getting enough fluoride.

It is recommended that parents help their children brush their teeth twice a day until they are 8 years old or until they show that they can do a good job caring for their smile on their own.  To learn more about how you can care for your child’s smile, visit Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove.   We are happy to offer tips to keep your child's new teeth healthy.  Call 516-222-5100 to contact our Garden City office or call 516-759-7000 to contact our Glen Cove office.