What is preventive dentistry?
• brushing • dental development • flossing • fluorides • oral habits • orthodontics • parent involvement • proper diet • sealants • sports safety Your pediatric dentist practices preventive dentistry. Why is preventive dentistry important? Preventive dentistry means a healthy smile for your child. Children with healthy mouths chew more easily and gain more nutrients from the foods they eat. They learn to speak more quickly and clearly. They have a better chance of general health, because disease in the mouth can endanger the rest of the body. A healthy mouth is more attractive, giving children confidence in their appearance. Finally, preventive dentistry means less extensive, and less expensive, treatment for your child. When should preventive dentistry start? Preventive dentistry begins with the first tooth. Visit your pediatric dentist when the first tooth comes in. You will learn how to protect your infant’s dental health. The earlier the dental visit, the better the chance of preve
