Your little one’s checkups at the dentist are very important. They start to develop their oral health habits from an early age, meaning that when you skip their maintenance, it can really hold them back. None of us were born with an inherent knowledge of how to care for our smile needs, and it’s now up to you to instill quality maintenance habits in your little one. That takes dedication, and it means sticking to their schedule of biannual checkups.

Our office at Pediatric Dentistry of Round Rock knows that is can be tough to find the time in your schedule for another errand. But we also know that when you skip your child’s biannual dental checkups, you put them at risk of some common oral health issues like tooth decay and periodontal disease. These happen when plaque and tartar buildup is allowed to remain within smiles, so make sure that you’re bringing them in for their regular preventive care every six months. It’s important.

Are they due for their next biannual dental checkup? Call Pediatric Dentistry of Round Rock to schedule their visit.

While They’re Learning, You’re There To Help

Let’s get this out of the way: your child needs your help to be able to learn how to care for their smile needs. They simply do not have the ability to understand the importance of keeping up with oral health through brushing and flossing. Without the knowledge of cause and effect, they can’t truly comprehend the value of regular home oral health hygiene care, and that means it’s your job to keep up with their smiles.

So, if you’ve been going light on their brushing and flossing, now’s the time to make a change. Schedule them for their next cleaning and examination, and let’s work together to find a positive pathway for your little one. We’re here to help.

Tooth Decay And Gum Problems Can Happen In Little Smiles

Some of the same oral health issues that you face can also affect your child. Tooth decay can happen as a result of plaque and tartar buildup, and so can periodontal disease. This is the infection and inflammation of gum tissue due to bacterial growth, and it puts a smile at risk.

Even though they’ll lose their first set of teeth, they play an important role in their smile development. Their initial teeth give them a chance to learn their oral health maintenance. And they serve as a roadmap for their adult ones, so losing teeth prematurely can increase a need for orthodontic intervention in the future.

Schedule A Visit With Pediatric Dentistry of Round Rock

If your little one is due for some dentistry, bring them to a trusted, local oral health team. To schedule a visit, call Pediatric Dentistry of Round Rock at 512-733-5311 today.