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Dentistry Throughout Childhood (Infographic)

by The Super Dentists

A teething timeline is a valuable tool for parents. It helps parents monitor their child’s dental health progress and ensure it stays on schedule.

Take a look at our infographic highlighting a timeline for a child’s teeth development, along with tips to help parents keep their kids’ dental health progress on track.

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The Pre-Birth Stage

  • Schedule regular dental examinations during and after pregnancy
  • Consult with a dentist during pregnancy to discuss expectations
  • A pregnant mom’s oral health can have a significant impact on baby

0 to 4 Months Old

  • Avoid exposing any new teeth to unnecessary sugar
  • Breastfeeding can help reduce cavities and help the mouth grow healthy

4 to 6 Months Old

  • Wipe a baby’s gums with a damp cloth; this should be done at least twice a day for 2 to 3 seconds at a time
  • Schedule a baby’s first pediatric dentist appointment
  • Schedule pediatric dentist appointments at least every six months
  • Avoid unnecessary sugar and foods that contain high amounts of citric acid
  • Separate feeding and sleeping for baby to avoid developing severe cavities
  • Avoid nighttime feeding as soon as baby is healthy enough

1 Year Old

  • Children should see a pediatric dentist NO LATER than age 1.
  • Provide a child with a soft-bristle toothbrush
  • Teach a child how to brush properly (usually no toothpaste at this time)
  • Show a child how to floss and start helping him or her floss regularly
  • Establish oral hygiene best practices and routines

2 to 3 Years Old

  • Limit a child’s pacifier use and help him or her overcome any pacifier habits
  • Consult with a pediatric dentist about a possible need for additional home care such as using a toothpaste
  • Encourage a child to brush his or her teeth at least twice a day
  • Visit a pediatric dentist at least twice a year
  • Promote regular flossing of a child’s baby teeth

3 to 6 Years Old

  • Children should stop all ‘bad’ oral habits (like thumb-sucking) by age 4
  • Supervise a child’s oral care as needed
  • Offer flossing assistance
  • Maintain a bi-annual pediatric dentist appointment schedule
  • Schedule an orthodontic screening no later than age 7
  • Consult with a pediatric dentist if your child snores or breathes through the mouth

6 to 10 Years Old

  • Children should see an Orthodontist NO LATER than age 7
  • Provide positive oral health feedback on healthy habits
  • Brush and floss at the same time as a child
  • Continue bi-annual pediatric dentist visits

10+ Years Old

  • Conduct periodic check-ins to monitor a child’s oral health
  • Manage bi-annual pediatric dentist appointments
  • Schedule any procedures to correct cavities or other oral health issues
  • Provide custom mouthguard for all contact sports

The Super Dentists offers out-of-this-world, kids-centered dental care. To schedule an appointment with The Super Dentists, please contact us today at 1 (855) GO SUPER.

Dentistry Throughout Childhood (Infographic) was last modified: August 21st, 2018 by The Super Dentists

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