January 14, 2022

Why Isn’t Brushing and Flossing Enough to Keep Your Teeth Clean?

Brushing and flossing the teeth are, of course, essential. However, visiting a pediatric dentist on a frequent basis is essential, as these visits will allow your child to obtain comprehensive dental treatment.

There are a number of compelling reasons to take your child to a pediatric dentist, including the following:

What good is brushing and flossing your child’s teeth if they’re doing it incorrectly? Your child will be able to receive expert coaching to help him or her brush and floss properly if you choose the right pediatric dentist.

Sealants, which are plastic coverings that bond to the tops and sides of a child’s teeth, can also help to lower the incidence of cavities. Sealants help your child remove food particles and plaque from his or her teeth, but they are not a replacement for regular brushing and flossing. As a result, a pediatric dentist can recommend sealants to help your child’s teeth for years to come.

Biting and chewing problems can be addressed by a pediatric dentist.

Is your child appropriately biting and chewing his or her food? Improper biting and chewing can contribute to tooth pain and infection, as well as a variety of long-term oral health problems, such as:

Jaw misalignment is a condition in which the jaw is misaligned.

Changes in facial appearance

Inadequate jaw development

Obstruction of the airway

Speech issues

A pediatric dentist can clean your child’s teeth thoroughly to eliminate plaque, as well as identify and treat biting and chewing problems.

Furthermore, your child’s dentist will be able to assess your child’s bite to confirm that he or she does not have any missing teeth or is developing extra (supernumerary) teeth.

You may learn about the hazards of tooth decay, how fluoride and dental rinse function, and much more with your child. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay is still one of the most frequent chronic disorders among children aged 6 to 11 (CDC). If a child’s tooth decay is not treated, it can develop a long-term disease that lasts into adulthood.

In the meanwhile, a pediatric dentist can help your child prevent tooth decay and provide aid in other areas.

Is your youngster aware of the distinctions between mouthwash and a fluoride rinse, for example? Otherwise, your youngster may have difficulty keeping his or her teeth clean and healthy.

Mouthwash usually makes a person’s breath smell better, but it does not clean the teeth. A fluoride rinse, on the other hand, protects teeth against acids created by bacterial plaque. This rinse is intended to supplement a person’s regular brushing and flossing routine and, as a result, help prevent teeth against cavities.

The distinctions between mouthwash and a fluoride rinse can be explained by a pediatric dentist. This dental professional will most likely also give your child a sample of fluoride rinse, allowing him or her to include this product into their regular oral care routine.

Brushing and flossing the teeth can help maintain the teeth looking wonderful on their own. Your child can gain the skills and knowledge needed to keep an exquisite smile day after day with the help of a pediatric dentist.

For more information about our pediatric dentistry services, please contact our office.