When has a child ever wanted to brush their teeth? We think never. Across the nation, parents struggle with getting kids to keep their pearly whites clean. Three out of four parents agree that their child doesn’t want to brush or just can’t understand why it’s important. Why is this such a common problem, and how can parents instill the value of oral hygiene?
If your child deals with frequent sinus issues, always seems to breathe through their mouth, or has a bite that’s a little off, it’s easy to assume it’s all part of growing up. Sometimes, though, these signs point to a deeper issue, like a poorly developed airway.
Every parent wants to see their child smile with confidence and joy, but maintaining healthy teeth takes more than luck. It starts with building good habits at an early age. February is Children’s Dental Health Month, a great reminder to focus on the little steps that make a big difference in your child’s oral health.
At Kewaskum Family Dentistry, we want our patients to always feel comfortable when they visit our office for a routine appointment or dental treatment. Unfortunately, many people suffer from dental anxiety and fear, which keeps them from receiving the dental care they need and deserve. Lack of dental care can lead to serious complications with your oral health now and in the future. There are many things you can do to relax before you visit our office. This includes scheduling your appointment at a time that works best for you, avoiding caffeine, and listening to relaxing music.
Do you have a child or loved one who plays sports and wears braces? We know that it seems like the supply list for sports is endless, but we have one more item to add. We encourage you to invest in a mouthguard for your child. It will save you a significant amount of money if your child’s mouth were to get injured. While it may seem like traditional braces, clear aligners, or a retainer will protect the teeth if the mouth were to get hit, the opposite is actually true.
At Kewaskum Family Dentistry, we frequently recommend that children ages seven and older receive an evaluation for orthodontic treatment. For many years, it was commonplace for only young teens to receive orthodontic treatment, so some parents are alarmed when their children are being recommended for orthodontic treatment. Over the past many years, we have learned that early orthodontic treatment provides many benefits. It is known as two-phase orthodontic treatment.
Hi there! Gibbs, here. If you haven’t met me yet, I’m the furry fellow who comes to the office sometimes to lend a helping paw. I absolutely love giving snuggles and getting love from all the patients who come to the office. Everyone makes it seem like they come for their oral health, but I know the real reason. It’s to see me! I even have patients who drive hours to see me. I’m kind of a big deal around here. Since I am so popular, I have started my own TikTok page, and I’m on my way to becoming a star! Click here to see my video and learn more about me.
We are passionate about helping our patients of all ages prevent tooth decay. Unfortunately, our younger patients often need some assistance cleaning their teeth and learning healthy dental habits. If you are a parent of a young child or you have a young child in your life, you know it can be a struggle to get them to understand the importance of brushing their teeth properly and caring for their oral health to prevent tooth decay from developing. We want to share some tips on how to help your child or young loved one prevent tooth decay. Read on to learn more.
At Kewaskum Family Dentistry, we could not be happier to welcome patients from all over. In fact, one of our patients drives three hours to visit us! Well, to be honest, we don’t know if he is coming to see the dental team or to visit with the office comfort dog, Gibbs. As you can see in the pictures, they seem like the best of friends! We are truly honored that we have patients who travel such a far distance to receive dental treatment from our team.
Do you have a child who appears to be a mouth breather, or are you concerned about your child’s breathing habits? Does your child experience frequent ear infections, sinus infections, allergies, asthma attacks, or acid reflux? If you answered yes, there is a chance your child has an obstructed airway and poor facial development. While we know this can be alarming, we are here to tell you that we can help!
