{"id":141,"date":"2019-02-07T18:15:41","date_gmt":"2019-02-07T18:15:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/?p=141"},"modified":"2020-07-28T20:00:35","modified_gmt":"2020-07-28T20:00:35","slug":"dentist-in-enterprise-kids-dental-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/dentist-in-enterprise-kids-dental-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in Enterprise on Kid\u2019s Dental Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Kids-in-Dentist-Chair.jpeg-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"child in dentist chair\" class=\"wp-image-142\" width=\"295\" height=\"196\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Kids-in-Dentist-Chair.jpeg-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Kids-in-Dentist-Chair.jpeg-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Kids-in-Dentist-Chair.jpeg.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 295px) 100vw, 295px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Introducing your child to healthy dental habits gives them access to a lifetime of good dental hygiene. Tooth decay can start as early as six months old, so establishing the basics of brushing and flossing as well as regular dental visits is essential to their health as adults. Your dentist in Enterprise gives tips and tricks to establish positive routines for children and their teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of the First Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first dentist visit can be intimidating for a child and\ncan make or break their willingness to participate in good dental hygiene as\nadults. Creating a positive first experience can result in less dental anxiety,\nso we emphasize a few tips to do so for Children\u2019s Dental Health Month:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Highlight the positive aspects of going to the\ndentist like keeping their smile shiny and healthy.<\/li><li>Making appointments earlier in the day when\nchildren are better rested could make the visit run more smoothly.<\/li><li>Try not to surprise them with the visit\u2014instead,\nplan and talk with them about what they should expect.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These tips can create a strong foundation to get your child\ncomfortable with healthy dental habits. The first visit can give you insight\ninto whether or not your child has any cavities or injuries, kinds of healthy\nand unhealthy teething habits and helpful tips for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">preventive<\/a>\ncare. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Small Ways You can Affect Your Child\u2019s Dental Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Children often learn by watching their parents\u2014which is why\nit\u2019s important you are able to show them the value in visiting the dentist and\ntaking care of their teeth and gums. When your child sees the care you put into\nyour dental hygiene, it will have a lasting effect on them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can demonstrate the basics of flossing, brushing and\nusing mouth rinse every day. Having these tools accessible and available to\nthem will help them establish routines with them. Making dental hygiene into a\nchore can create a negative relationship, so it\u2019s important to make it\nenjoyable and fun. You can do this by playing games while they brush or playing\ntheir favorite song, having them brush until it\u2019s over. You can also find fun\nand encouraging dental hygiene products for children in the store like flavored\ntoothpastes and fun toothbrush holders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because dental diseases and injuries such as gum disease and\ncavities are so common, it\u2019s important to establish a regular dental routine\nfor your child. Dental diseases can affect your child\u2019s self-confidence such as\ntheir smile and ability to pay attention. It can also negatively affect their quality\nof sleep and their ability to eat certain foods. &nbsp;Giving your child a sound foundation for\ndental health will impact them for the rest of their lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Schaffeld focuses on creating caring relationships with his patients that last. Graduating second in his class at Oregon Health and Science University in 2013 allows him to give quality dental assistance to his patients. For more information or questions, please contact 541-263-5435 or visit Dr. Schaffeld\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introducing your child to healthy dental habits gives them access to a lifetime of good dental hygiene. Tooth decay can start as early as six months old, so establishing the basics of brushing and flossing as well as regular dental visits is essential to their health as adults. 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