Get information on proper oral care for
every stage of life- from infancy to senior.
INFANTS
Even though your baby doesn't have teeth yet, it is still important
to clean your baby’s mouth.
As soon as your baby is born, it is a good idea to get in the
habit of cleaning his or her gums. There may be a little bit of
fussing at first, but over time your infant will get used to it,
and eventually, they will probably come to enjoy it.
To clean your baby's mouth, simply lay your infant in your lap
with his or her head close to your chest. Gently, but firmly,
rub a clean, damp, washcloth along the baby's upper and lower
gums. Try to do this at least two times a day- once after breakfast
and once after the last feeding of the day.
Teething:
Teething can be uncomfortable for your child, not to mention
stressful for both of you. It may make your child irritable
and fussy or cause restlessness, drooling or loss of appetite.
Fortunately, there are several ways to ease your child’s
discomfort. You can try giving him or her a hard or frozen teething
ring to chew on, or rub your child’s gums with a clean
finger. If all else fails, try an over-the-counter pain medication
that numbs the gums. Don't give your child teething cookies-
most contain sugar, which promotes tooth decay.
Sucking Habits:
First of all, it is completely normal and healthy for a young
child to suck on a thumb, finger or pacifier. It isn’t
something you need to be alarmed about or discourage. Sucking
is a natural reflex and something he or she did while still
in the womb, and therefore for infants, sucking is soothing
and brings a sense of security.
Often children give up sucking habits on their own, usually
by the time they are four or five years old. In most cases,
no damage is done; the jaw is unharmed and teeth grow in normally.
However, some children find the habit hard to break. Children
who are still sucking when their permanent teeth start to
come in are more likely to have dental problems, such as slanted
and or/tilted teeth, misalignment of the jaw, and a malformed
roof of the mouth.
The amount of damage is determined by the intensity, frequency
and duration of the child's sucking.
A child who spends most of the day with his or her thumb
in their mouth will suffer more damage than the child who
sucks simply to fall asleep.
TEENAGERS
Proper dental care is especially challenging for teenagers. They
may be so busy with school, jobs, athletics and social activities
that it's difficult to find time to brush. Teens also tend to
eat a lot of junk food. It makes sense that this is the time when
many children develop cavities.
Here are a few tips to help you and your teen get through these
teeth-trying years cavity-free.
Talk to your teenager about good oral health. This means
brushing and flossing at least twice a day. Teenagers typically
care about how they look. Help them understand that bad oral
hygiene causes teeth stains, bad breath, missing teeth and an
assortment of other dental problems.
Set a good example. If your teenager sees that you take good
care of your teeth, it will reinforce the message that good
oral hygiene is important. Your talks and warnings will not
seem hypocritical and will carry greater weight.
Keep the house stocked with plenty of oral health-care supplies
and keep them readily available. Keep extra toothbrushes, colored
or flavored floss and good tasting toothpaste in the bathroom
and possibly even in the kitchen for them to use when they are
in a hurry.
Limit junk food purchases, and instead keep lots of fruits
and vegetables around the house for snacking.
ADULTS
The key to keeping a bright, healthy smile throughout adulthood
is to continue practicing proper oral hygiene. Even adults can
get cavities and gum disease, which can lead to serious problems.
It's important to continue to brush at least twice daily with
a fluoride toothpaste, floss daily to remove plaque, and limit
starchy or sugary foods. Also, visit your dentist regularly for
checkups and professional cleanings.
Even if you brush and floss regularly, you may still face certain
oral health issues, including gum disease, cavities, tooth sensitivity
and damaged teeth. Fortunately, your dentist can help you overcome
most of these issues successfully.
SENIORS
No matter what your age, you can keep your teeth and gums healthy
by practicing proper oral hygiene, including brushing twice a
day with a fluoride toothpaste, flossing daily and seeing your
dentist regularly for checkups and professional cleanings. However,
even if you do have good oral health habits, you may face certain
oral health issues during your senior years. Wearing dentures,
taking medications and other health conditions can affect your
dental health. Fortunately, your dentists and physician can help
you over come most of these issues successfully.
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