{"id":61,"date":"2022-08-10T14:28:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T14:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.washparkpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=61"},"modified":"2025-06-13T19:55:56","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T19:55:56","slug":"5-facts-childrens-dental-health-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.washparkpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/10\/5-facts-childrens-dental-health-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Facts About Children\u2019s Dental Health You Need to Know as a Parent"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.washparkpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_425514930__1661432386_64330-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"girl smiling holding up her hand for 5 facts about children\u2019s dental health\" class=\"wp-image-62\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.washparkpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_425514930__1661432386_64330-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.washparkpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_425514930__1661432386_64330-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.washparkpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_425514930__1661432386_64330.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As a new parent, you quickly realize there is a ton of information to know about raising a child and how you\u2019re never fully prepared to be a mother or father. You get advice, whether you ask for it or not, from every direction, but when it comes to your child\u2019s developing smile, you should understand a few things to keep it healthy and strong. Keep reading to learn about five facts about children\u2019s dental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fact 1: Cavities Are the Most Common Disease for Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Worldwide, the disease that afflicts more children than any other is tooth decay. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about half of American children between the ages of 6 and 8 have at least one cavity on a baby tooth, and half of adolescents have at least one cavity on a permanent tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fact 2: Children Should Start Visiting the Dentist at One Year Old<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When your child has just a few teeth, it may seem early to start six-month dental visits, but around the time they turn one year old is the right time to begin these essential appointments. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washparkpediatricdentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">pediatric dentist<\/a> can keep a close eye out for cavities but also monitor your baby\u2019s oral development as they grow. Plus, these early visits can help your child feel comfortable in the dentist\u2019s office, making later visits easier and more enjoyable for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fact 3: Cavities Can Be Prevented<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although cavities are common, they are largely preventable. Through daily brushing and flossing, along with regular dental visits, cavity-causing bacteria can be controlled and stopped from causing damage to your child\u2019s teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fact 4: Candy Is Not the Only Cause of Cavities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candy is the easiest culprit to identify, but it is far from being the only cause of tooth decay. Any sugary substance, such as juice, sports drinks, and even dried fruits, can encourage bacterial growth inside the mouth. Foods that are high in carbs, like cookies, bread, and crackers, also break down similarly to sugar and can lead to cavities, which is why you should limit these kinds of foods and establish a healthy dental care routine. Providing your child with a nutritious, well-balanced diet can help minimize their risk of cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fact 5: Baby Teeth Are Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though your child will eventually lose their primary or baby teeth naturally as they grow, this doesn\u2019t mean that they don\u2019t serve an important purpose. These teeth need to be healthy for as long as possible because they hold a place for the permanent teeth that come after them. If a baby tooth is lost too soon, the adult tooth may erupt more misaligned that it would otherwise. Without these tiny teeth, your child would not be able to bite or chew foods until much later in life, so it\u2019s critical to take care of them from the moment they erupt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being a new parent isn\u2019t easy, and there\u2019s no manual, but you don\u2019t have to struggle alone. When you work with a pediatric dentist, who is specifically trained to help children, you can become knowledgeable about how to help your favorite smile stay bright and healthy into their adult years!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washparkpediatricdentistry.com\/our-pediatric-dentists.html\">Dr. J. Patrick Bowman<\/a>, or Dr. Patrick as he prefers to be called by his patients, is a board-certified pediatric dentist who owns and operates Wash Park Pediatric Dentistry. In his advanced studies, he has undergone rigorous training in oral development, child behavior management, and more. If you would like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Patrick, you can contact his practice, Wash Park Pediatric Dentistry, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washparkpediatricdentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or by calling the office at 720-647-6310.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a new parent, you quickly realize there is a ton of information to know about raising a child and how you\u2019re never fully prepared to be a mother or father. 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