How We Can Help Your Kids Protect Their Teeth & Prevent Cavities

It is time to get hooked on hygiene and have another way to protect your kids from cavities. 

In addition to scheduling regular dental appointments, we can coat molars and premolars with "dental sealant". The surfaces of these chewing teeth have folds and buckles that trap food which is often missed when brushing. It is a simple and quick procedure that will eliminate trapped food and prevent cavities.

Healthy, bright smiles breed self confidence, help convey a sense of personal pride, and promote good general health. No wonder parents are willing to be accused of "nagging" just to establish good oral health habits in their children.

Help your children achieve life-long smiles, call for an appointment today or fill out our online appointment scheduling form at any time!

As a dentist near Chicago, a Park Ridge dental office, we have a nice range of patients from children all the way to seniors. View our services to see how we can help you, in addition to general cleanings.

Children's Dentistry 101

Caring for your child's teeth is not an option, it is a must. This means having foods and drinks that are not loaded with sugar or acid as well as developing a strong oral hygiene habit.

Flouride is a big help to developing teeth into strong bodies and gives them the ability to ward off cavities and dental decay. Reports have shown that fluoride helps children have 65 percent fewer cavities than those who have no access to fluoride; this means that children should be drinking water infused with fluoride as well as use toothpaste that contains it as well. Many of the children who drink fluoridated water have healthy teeth, even into their teen years.

If your area does not have fluoridated water, then you can purchase some fluoride tablets, gels, drops, and treatments.

Aside from fluoride, we have mentioned that having a proper diet is a big help to the children. Children should have calcium in their diet, not only for strong bones but strong teeth as well. Having milk, cheese, yogurt, and all things dairy is a great source. Having broccoli helps too. If you have cheese after eating a meal, it helps negate the acid in the foods or drinks that can lead to dental decay.

A proper dental hygiene routine is essential to having healthy teeth as well. Ensuring that your children have proper brushing, flossing, and even using a mouthwash are important to having healthy teeth and gums.

If you are in the Chicagoland area and looking for a dentist in Chicagoland, then contact Rubino Dentistry for your dental needs as well as your child's.