If your children are in the infant stage, then as a responsible parent, you must be cautious about their teething problem, starting when your child is six months old.
You can consult any pediatric dentist when your child’s teething problem is noticed. EPIC Dentistry for Kids has qualified dentists for your kids.
The following are a few important questions for the dentist who is checking your child’s teething issues.
- What is the appropriate time for my kids’ first dental visit?
Usually, most parents do not bother visiting any dentist for their infant child. However, according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), it is important to visit any dentist before the child’s first birthday.
- What will take place during the first dental visit?
Typically, during the initial visit to any dentist, he will perform an initial checkup on the child’s gum as well as teeth. He will also clean the mouth and apply a fluoride varnish.
- Are X-rays safe?
Obviously, you will be a little concerned about applying X-rays to your little ones as it can be harmful to a child at an early stage. So, you must surely ask this question.
- Are baby teeth really important?
Many of you must think that baby teeth will eventually fall sooner or later, so why bother about it? But remember, this is also important as your child’s speech is dependent on that.
- Do baby teeth need regular brushing?
Often, many parents think that baby teeth do not need brushing. However, it is wrong. The baby’s teeth also need regular brushing, and the dentist will advise on how frequently they should be brushed.
- When thumb sucking should be discouraged?
Many children develop a habit of thumb-sucking during their early age. This habit will stop eventually after your child grows up. However, if they continue even after the age of 3, then you must discourage them.
- Which toothpaste, and in what quantity, is best for my child?
Children under the age of six should use low-fluoride toothpaste because they often consume more of it than they use.
- Will you teach my child how to clean their dental teeth?
It is important that children learn how to brush their teeth at an early age. Therefore, during your visit, you must ask the dentist to train your child.
- Is it time for my child to start flossing?
If no gap exists between your child’s teeth, then flossing can be started. However, during your visit, you must surely ask this question.
- How should I handle a chipped tooth in my child?
If your child has a chipped tooth, then you must immediately visit the dentist. A dentist will file the teeth and do the necessary repairs as needed.
As a concerned parent of an infant child, there may be many questions in your mind related to your child’s teeth. By asking all these questions, you will be able to decide the right dentist for your child.