Cavity Free Kids Club
Strive to be cavity free!
So, what do you need to do to make sure you have a cavity free checkup?
- Brush your teeth at least two times a day, especially at night.
- Floss your teeth at least three times a week (and remind your parents to do it, too!)
- When you’re thirsty and it’s not meal-time, ask for water.
- Eat healthy snacks, such as yummy cheese and fruit.
- Avoid chewy candies, juice and soft drinks as often as you can and if you eat or drink any of these, be sure to brush right after.
Follow these rules and not only will you have great teeth, you will be a member of the Dentistry on Sinclair Cavity Free Kids Club!
Dear parents:
Congratulations on your child being cavity free. Dentistry on Sinclair is committed to your child’s oral health and we want to make his or her dentist visits as informative and fun as possible. We have developed our Cavity Free Kids Club to help motivate parents and kids to take better care of their teeth and live healthier lives. Below are some tips that will help your child continue to be cavity free.
Tips for Helping Your Child Stay Cavity Free
- Brushing
While this sounds simple, most children and many parents don’t properly brush. The techniques we propose, as well as the instructions that we have given have a proven track record for keeping kid’s teeth as healthy as possible. - Flossing
Flossing is not just for adults. Most of the fillings that we do are between the back teeth where the teeth touch. A regimen of proper flossing should begin as soon as the teeth begin to do this, around age 2 or 3. - Proper Diet
Fruits and cheeses provide a much better alternative. A common misconception is that fruit juices are okay. However, if your child is eating fruits and veggies, they are already getting all the necessary vitamin C. If you factor out the vitamins in juice, all that’s left is sugar! - Fluoride and Sealants
The proper dose of fluoride can help build stronger teeth that are more resistant to cavities. It can also help rebuild damaged teeth. Sealants are an integral part of keeping your child cavity free. These are protective coatings on the tops of back teeth that prevent the cavity creating bacteria and sugars from getting into the grooves that cannot be cleaned by regular brushing. Usually, sealants are placed on permanent teeth, but often are recommended for baby teeth if deemed appropriate.
