{"id":18,"date":"2024-08-27T16:33:57","date_gmt":"2024-08-27T16:33:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bloomkidsdentist.com\/blog\/?p=18"},"modified":"2024-08-27T16:33:59","modified_gmt":"2024-08-27T16:33:59","slug":"4-back-to-school-tips-to-prevent-dental-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bloomkidsdentist.com\/blog\/4-back-to-school-tips-to-prevent-dental-emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips to Prevent Back-to-School Dental Emergencies"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Back-to-school season is here, which means your child\u2019s daily routine and schedule are about to change quite a bit! The last type of problem you would want them to have to deal with is something like a dental emergency<\/a>. Follow these four helpful tips to keep cavities and other common dental problems at bay so they can focus on their schoolwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Schedule Their Bi-Annual Dental Checkup & Cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children start visiting their pediatric dentist every six months, either by the time their first tooth erupts into their mouth or by their first birthday. While routine cleanings help prevent plaque and tartar buildup which commonly leads to decay, the checkups also make sure that their oral development is on the right track. Plus, speaking with a pediatric dentist about your little one\u2019s oral and soothing habits (like thumb-sucking) can provide you with helpful insight on how these factors can alter the growth of their smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Help Them Stick to Their Oral Hygiene Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since the school year has started, it\u2019s likely that your child\u2019s daily routine has changed drastically since summer break. This can also lead to changes in their at-home oral hygiene routine. Helping them establish a new routine that continues to include brushing twice a day for two minutes, flossing daily, and rinsing with mouthwash once a day can help minimize their risk of common dental issues like cavities, tooth infections, and gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pack Tooth-Healthy Lunches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that certain types of food can help strengthen tooth enamel and prevent dental decay? Trying to incorporate the following foods into your child\u2019s school lunchbox can be another great way to prevent issues like dental sensitivity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n