{"id":109,"date":"2014-12-19T15:45:59","date_gmt":"2014-12-19T15:45:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.southridgedental.com\/?p=109"},"modified":"2014-12-19T15:48:57","modified_gmt":"2014-12-19T15:48:57","slug":"pediatric-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/blog\/pediatric-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Pediatric Dentistry 101: Is Your Child Brushing Correctly?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"86538608\"<\/a>Your child\u2019s dental health is important. <\/strong>To maintain good dental health, it\u2019s also important to make sure that your child is developing good oral hygiene habits early on. While regular pediatric dental checkups<\/a> will assist in maintaining healthy teeth, proper daily home care is equally essential. To protect your child\u2019s oral health, take note of our pediatric tooth brushing tips below, and then make your child\u2019s next pediatric dentistry appointment<\/a> with Dr. Dunson<\/a> at Southridge Dental<\/a> today. Southridge Dental<\/a> is the trusted family-friendly dental practice<\/a> of Denton, TX<\/a>. Dr. Dunson<\/a> and his experienced team proudly serve families throughout\u00a0North Dallas, Lewisville, Frisco, Plano, Richardson, Flower Mound, The Colony<\/a>, and the surrounding north DFW<\/a> communities.<\/p>\n

Why Is Pediatric Dentistry<\/a> Important?<\/h2>\n

Excellent oral hygiene starts before your child even gets their first tooth. Whether you choose to nurse or bottle feed your baby, you should begin incorporating a dental hygiene regimen as soon as possible. Before your baby\u2019s teeth erupt, you can wipe away milk residue after feedings with gauze or a soft, wet washcloth. Once their baby teeth come in, it\u2019s important to purchase a toothbrush designed specifically for babies and toddlers. You should also make sure your child has their first dental visit by the time they turn one. Dr. Dunson<\/a> can keep your child’s teeth healthy by removing plaque buildup and applying dental sealants and fluoride treatments. Regular pediatric dentistry<\/a> appointments will prevent harmful bacteria from causing dental diseases like tooth decay and gum disease.<\/p>\n

Pediatric<\/a> Tooth Brushing Tips<\/h2>\n