{"id":514,"date":"2023-02-02T18:14:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-02T18:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/?p=514"},"modified":"2023-03-02T18:17:01","modified_gmt":"2023-03-02T18:17:01","slug":"helpful-oral-hygiene-products-for-your-childs-growing-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/helpful-oral-hygiene-products-for-your-childs-growing-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"Helpful Oral Hygiene Products for Your Child\u2019s Growing Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"210\" src=\"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/child-at-dentist1-300x210.jpg\" alt=\"a child smiling while visiting their dentist\" class=\"wp-image-515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/child-at-dentist1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/child-at-dentist1-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/child-at-dentist1-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/child-at-dentist1.jpg 1430w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your child\u2019s smile is a source of pride and joy for both of you, meaning that you should make every effort to ensure that your little one\u2019s pearly whites look and feel their absolute best. But this isn\u2019t always easy, since children don\u2019t always have the knowledge or means to maintain optimal oral health. Luckily, you can help! Here\u2019s more from your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">pediatric dentist<\/a> about why their oral health matters, along with some helpful oral hygiene products that are certain to simplify things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Your Child\u2019s Oral Health Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, your child\u2019s oral health matters greatly from a very early age; by establishing not just optimal oral health but also smart hygiene habits early on, your child can set their smile up for long-lasting health and success. Even though their mouths are smaller and filled with baby teeth for the first part of their life, children are still very susceptible to the same kinds of oral health issues that commonly affect adults, including tooth decay and gum disease. If oral hygiene is neglected early on, needless to say, it stacks the deck against your kid as they grow older and start to encounter more frequent issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Helpful Oral Hygiene Products for Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, there are all sorts of items on the market that are widely accessible and proven to assist children with maintaining great oral health. Here are a few ideas to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Electric toothbrushes<\/strong> \u2013 Power brushes exist for patients of all ages, and they are proven to be more effective than manual brushes when it comes to removing plaque.<\/li><li><strong>Water flossers<\/strong> \u2013 Another option that both kids and adults alike can utilize, oral irrigators use a pressurized stream of water to gently remove plaque more effectively than traditional dental floss.<\/li><li><strong>BrushyBall <\/strong>\u2013 If your child needs a little extra guidance on how to brush properly, a follow-the-leader game like BrushyBall can help! This small little device is cute, colorful, and can provide audible instructions that\u2019ll teach your kid how to clean their smile on their own.<\/li><li><strong>GumChucks <\/strong>\u2013 If traditional dental floss doesn\u2019t suit your child, you might look into something that\u2019ll make the habit not only easier but also more exciting. GumChucks are essentially miniature nun chucks that are fun to use and can also teach kids the importance of flossing regularly.<\/li><li><strong>Xylitol for kids <\/strong>\u2013 Xylitol is a sweetener that helps to prevent cavities and can be found in all kinds of sugar-free gums, mints, and candies.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your little one\u2019s smile is a source of pride and joy not only for them but also for you! By knowing how to help them care for their smile and providing them with the means to do so, you\u2019re setting them up for a lifetime of excellent oral health and happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Thomas Youngblood and his skilled team at Midland Kid\u2019s Dentist are thrilled to serve the dental needs of families in the Midland, TX community. The practice is pleased to offer a wide range of pediatric dental services. If you have any questions about the article or would like to schedule a visit for your little one, you can contact the practice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.midlandkidsdentist.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or over the phone for additional assistance: (432) 520-5437.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your child\u2019s smile is a source of pride and joy for both of you, meaning that you should make every effort to ensure that your little one\u2019s pearly whites look and feel their absolute best. But this isn\u2019t always easy, since children don\u2019t always have the knowledge or means to maintain optimal oral health. 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