Healthy Baby Teeth For Indianapolis Toddlers

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Though we don’t often think about it, Indianapolis children as young as 9 or 10 months of age can be infected with cavity producing bacteria, which causes cavities and tooth decay. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that almost 20% of children 2-5 have untreated cavities, and the percentage rises in children over 6.

Tooth decay, if left undetected or untreated in Indianapolis toddlers and children can result in altered eating habits, delayed speech development, and create an unhealthy environment for permanent tooth development. Healthy baby teeth lead to healthier permanent teeth later in life.

Indianapolis mothers who practice preventive dental and oral care during prenatal and postnatal periods can better protect her child from cavities. Indianapolis parents and care providers should not prop a bottle for their baby in a crib or car seat, avoiding nighttime bottle or breast feeding, and clean their child’s teeth with a cloth or soft baby toothbrush as soon as they erupt. It is also recommended that Indianapolis parents check regularly for chalky white or brown spots which could indicate the beginning of decay.

Cosmetic dentistry professionals and pediatric dentists in the 46037 zip code area advise taking your child to his first dental appointment six months after the first tooth appears, or around his first birthday to begin discussing fluoride prescriptions and other preventive care issues.

To set up your toddler’s first family dentistry check-up at Dental Care Today in Indianapolis call 317-842-2337 today! Our friendly holistic dentistry staff will be happy to answer all of your questions.

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