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HOW TO CARE FOR A CAVITY IN YOUR CHILD
Eating and drinking sweet goodies are frequently the norm during the holiday season. When the dentist tells us that your child has a cavity, despite our best efforts to limit the amount of candies and cookies they consume and to ensure that they pay particular attention to their teeth. What do you do next?
DON'T GET TERRIFIED OR PANIC
It’s critical that you maintain composure and remain calm when your child is diagnosed with a cavity. Anyone can get cavities at any time. Cavities can develop in kids who regularly brush and floss. Remain composed when the dentist informs you of your child’s cavity. Reassure your youngster that everything will be fine and that they shouldn’t worry if they seem distressed by the news. You can always give us a call if you’re unsure of how to handle your youngster acquiring a cavity. We have experience preparing youngsters for impending dental treatments and ensuring their comfort.
FILL THE AVAILABILITY
Parents frequently think that a baby tooth doesn’t actually need to be filled if it develops a cavity. Sadly, this is incorrect. Even if a baby tooth is going to fall out, it should be filled. If the cavity is not filled in a timely manner, your child could develop a severe dental abscess or their neighboring teeth could sustain damage. It can be expensive to treat a dental abscess and damage to neighboring teeth, and your child may experience unneeded worry and discomfort.
Work to find ways to prevent accidents
After your child gets their first cavity, it is a good idea to look into strategies to avoid cavities in the future. There are a number of things you can do to help your child avoid getting cavities in the future. Among them are:
Encourage your kid to floss and clean their teeth at least twice a day. Encourage your child to eat a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Ensure that your child is well-hydrated by having them drink plenty of water. Avoid foods that are extremely sweet; it’s okay to eat sugary foods in moderation, but remind your child to brush their teeth at least 20 minutes after eating sugary foods.
Limit your child’s intake of acidic or sweetened beverages. Also, keep in mind that items like suckers, hard candies, and sugary gum might increase the likelihood that your child will have cavities. Think about applying a sealant to their permanent teeth as a preventative measure Schedule regular dental examinations Make sure your child is receiving the recommended doses of fluoride, which will both strengthen their teeth and repair small decay-related damage. Have their teeth properly cleaned every six months.
We can assist if you think your child could have a cavity. Along with evaluating your child’s condition and making treatment suggestions, we can also teach you how to keep cavities from developing in the future.
If it has been longer than six months since your child’s last dental examination or if you suspect they may have a cavity, call our office.
