Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dental and Orthodontics
From ages 6 - 12, children begin to lose their baby teeth and their adult teeth start to appear. So what does that mean?
We've already discussed your child's smile from birth - 3 years old and 3 - 6 years old. So we're continuing our timeline and giving you some need to knows about your kid's oral health during their late childhood years.
See below for some age specific concerns and tips:
- Establish your pediatric dentist early and stick to regular checkups. The more comfortable your child is with their dental team, the more likely they'll keep up with their oral health care.
- Make sure that your kids get the fluoride they need. Discuss your kids’ specific fluoride needs with your dentist or pediatrician.
- Help your child brush their teeth until they can do so by themselves (usually around age 8). Then it's important to supervise and make sure they brush thoroughly 2min2x and spit out the toothpaste afterward.
- Encourage healthy eating habits! This includes a diet with plenty of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.
- Orthodontic evaluations should happen by age 7. At this early age, orthodontic treatment may not be necessary, but vigilant examination can anticipate the most advantageous time to begin treatment.
- Make sure your child athletes are prepared - buy them a mouth-guard if they are participating in sports!
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