{"id":279,"date":"2020-06-24T20:28:21","date_gmt":"2020-06-24T20:28:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/?p=279"},"modified":"2020-06-26T12:28:16","modified_gmt":"2020-06-26T12:28:16","slug":"kids-dentist-in-midland-smile-healthy-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/kids-dentist-in-midland-smile-healthy-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Tips to Keep Your Child\u2019s Smile Healthy This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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This summer is unlike any that have come before it. Kids\nhave been stuck at home for months, most beaches and pools are closed, and you\nremain unsure whether your child will physically return to school in the fall.\nOne thing that you can be sure of, though, is that summer is a time when many\nchildren neglect their oral health<\/a>.\nTo prevent your little one from damaging their smile by getting cavities, here\nare three tips from a kids\u2019 dentist in Midland to keep your child\u2019s teeth\nhealthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Stick to a Routine <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since your son or daughter is no longer bound by the\nquotidian routine of school (or online classwork), it can be tempting to let\nthem play in the backyard all day and forget to take care of their teeth.\nHowever, it\u2019s important that you establish a routine of brushing and flossing\nevery morning and every night before bed. Do it as a family so your little one\nlooks forward to participating in a fun activity that everyone does together.\nLet your child play in the yard as much as they want, provided they take care\nof their teeth first. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Limit Sugary Treats <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The lazy days of summer are perfect for grazing on snacks\nlike chips for hours at a time. Doing so, however, can be detrimental to your\nand your child\u2019s oral health. Constantly snacking exposes their teeth to an\nonslaught of sugar, attracting bacteria that cause cavities. Substitute sugary\nsnacks with mouth-healthy alternatives like fruits and nuts. Additionally, have\nthem drink water (especially fluoridated tap water) instead of sugary drinks\nlike soda and juice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Schedule Your Back-to-School Checkup Early <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some schools may require a back-to-school dental appointment\nbefore a certain date. As the end of summer approaches, all the other parents\nwill be scrambling to fit their child in before then. To save yourself this\nstress, go ahead and call your dentist to schedule your child\u2019s appointment as\nsoon as possible. At this visit, the dentist can evaluate your child\u2019s mouth\nfor cavities and take care of any oral health issues well before classes start.\nThe hygienist can also clean your child\u2019s teeth to make sure they shine bright\njust in time for yearbook pictures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just because school is out for the summer doesn\u2019t mean your\nchild can slack on maintaining their oral health. Follow the tips listed in\nthis post, and your little one\u2019s smile should stay healthy and bright! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Weston Jones<\/a>\nis a Board-Certified pediatric dentist in Midland, TX who received his Doctor\nof Dental Surgery degree from Case Western Reserve School of Dentistry in 2006.\nFollowing graduation, he completed a pediatric residency at the Children\u2019s\nHospital of Michigan in Detroit, where he served as chief resident. He enjoys\nnothing more than helping kids achieve and maintain healthy smiles. To learn\nmore about how Dr. Jones can keep your child\u2019s grin healthy this summer, visit his\nwebsite<\/a> or\ncall (432)-520-5437.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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