{"id":293,"date":"2018-09-05T16:18:15","date_gmt":"2018-09-05T16:18:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/?p=293"},"modified":"2020-08-06T16:07:37","modified_gmt":"2020-08-06T16:07:37","slug":"family-dentist-southlake-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/2018\/09\/05\/family-dentist-southlake-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Dentist on What Children\u2019s Smiles Need"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"child'sLike all parents, you want the very best for your child — and that involves helping them enjoy a healthy, beautiful smile for a lifetime. Lasting oral health begins during childhood, when important hygiene habits are first instilled. Did you know that routine visits to the dentist should begin around age 1? It may seem early, but getting a head start on dental care is an important aspect of lasting oral health. Keep reading to learn more about children\u2019s dentistry (and why it matters) from <\/span>your family dentist<\/span><\/a> in Southlake.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Prevention Is Key<\/span><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s always easier to keep a problem from developing than it is to fix one after it has occurred. A children\u2019s dentist firmly believes this, and therefore recommends children visit the dentist with the same regularity as adults — at least twice-annually. Kids are at a higher risk of cavities between the ages of 6 and 14, when their baby teeth are falling out and being replaced by permanent ones. During this time, extra-vigilant hygiene habits are necessary for preventing tooth decay and keeping the smile healthy. Your child\u2019s dentist can help with dental sealants and other preventive measures. <\/span><\/p>\n

What to Expect from a First Dental Visit<\/span><\/h2>\n

It is a good idea for children to visit the dentist for the first time around their first birthday, or when those initial teeth start to erupt through the gum line. This is a good opportunity for the dentist to take a peek around and make sure everything is developing as it should, and for you to ask any questions that you may have about your baby\u2019s oral health. <\/span><\/p>\n

During this initial visit, you can expect the following:<\/span><\/p>\n