{"id":139,"date":"2020-02-10T20:33:48","date_gmt":"2020-02-10T20:33:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/?p=139"},"modified":"2020-02-17T20:55:44","modified_gmt":"2020-02-17T20:55:44","slug":"childrens-dentist-san-ramos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/childrens-dentist-san-ramos\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s How to Celebrate Children\u2019s Dental Health Month!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-140\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_107848909__1537387783_67621-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Child smiling\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_107848909__1537387783_67621-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_107848909__1537387783_67621-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_107848909__1537387783_67621.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>February is National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month\u2014an effort to bring awareness to the importance of dentistry for kids. Getting your son or daughter into the habit of seeing their children\u2019s dentist in San Ramos regularly can set them up for a lifetime of healthy smiles. During this month of awareness, learn how you can best help your child care for their smile and why it\u2019s important to take them for regular dental visits.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Children\u2019s Dental Care at Home<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to your child\u2019s smile, oral health all starts at home. It\u2019s important to ensure that your son or daughter is brushing and flossing every day. They should brush twice a day, for two minutes each session, and they should also floss their teeth once to remove lingering plaque and bacteria. It\u2019s a simple fact that kids can\u2019t clean their teeth as well as adults, which is why it\u2019s a good idea to help them\u2014especially in their younger years.<\/p>\n<p>Oral healthcare doesn\u2019t stop with their brushing and flossing routine. In fact, an aspect of their health that is just as important is their diet. Sugary sweets and treats put your children at a much higher risk for dental problems like tooth decay and gum disease. That\u2019s why a healthy diet will not only protect their teeth, but it will set them up to favor mouth healthy foods in the future as well.<\/p>\n<h2>Seeing Your Children\u2019s Dentist<\/h2>\n<p>One of the most significant steps you can take for the health of your child\u2019s smile is routine dental checkups and cleanings. Be sure that your son or daughter is seeing their dentist at least twice a year. These regular visits prevent and detect oral health issues before they become more severe. Dental problems can often occur without any signs or symptoms, which is one of the reasons that it\u2019s vital to maintain these biannual appointments.<\/p>\n<p>During the cleaning portion of the visit, a trained dental hygienist will be able to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria that couldn\u2019t be reached at home. This is one of the ways your dentist can help keep your kids healthy for years to come.<\/p>\n<h2>Dentistry Today for a Better Tomorrow<\/h2>\n<p>There are many reasons why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kobzadental.com\/childrens-dentistry.html\">oral healthcare for children<\/a> is important, but none are more significant than setting them up for a positive future. Humans tend to create habits while young, sometimes without even noticing it, which is why routine dental care now can set your child up for happy and healthy smiles down the road.<\/p>\n<p>Are you ready to celebrate National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month the right way? Keep these tips in mind to ensure the wellbeing of your loved ones.<\/p>\n<h2>Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Rashpal Deol has extensive experience caring for children, and he\u2019s known for his friendly, comforting attitude. If you have any questions or want to schedule your child\u2019s appointment, he can be reached through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at (402) 245-2243.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>February is National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month\u2014an effort to bring awareness to the importance of dentistry for kids. Getting your son or daughter into the habit of seeing their children\u2019s dentist in San Ramos regularly can set them up for a lifetime of healthy smiles. 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