{"id":151,"date":"2020-06-07T19:58:10","date_gmt":"2020-06-07T19:58:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/?p=151"},"modified":"2020-06-16T20:01:43","modified_gmt":"2020-06-16T20:01:43","slug":"give-your-child-a-healthy-smile-for-the-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/give-your-child-a-healthy-smile-for-the-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Give Your Child a Healthy Smile for the Summer!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_245608762__1592338051_89667-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Mother and daughter brushing teeth\" class=\"wp-image-152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_245608762__1592338051_89667-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_245608762__1592338051_89667-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_245608762__1592338051_89667.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is officially here, which means your kids are\nenjoying their freedom from school and it\u2019s now your job to facilitate their\nfun! However, you can also ensure that they keep their smile safe and healthy\nduring the hotter months. With COVID-19 still a risk, there are steps you can\ntake to help your kids enjoy a healthy smile without putting you or them in\ndanger of the virus. Keep reading to learn some easy yet effective tips for\nbeautiful, decay-free smiles from your children\u2019s dentist in San Ramos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reinforce the Best Way to Brush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During the summer months, and while social distancing is\nstill a reality, practice the proper brushing technique with your loved ones.\nTeach them to brush their teeth for two minutes each session, angling their\ntoothbrush at 45 degrees for a thorough cleaning. This should be done twice a\nday to successfully remove plaque and bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make Sure Your Kids are Flossing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brushing often gets most of the attention when it comes to\ndental hygiene, but flossing is just as important! If you think about it, there\nare 5 sides of each tooth: the front, back, top, left side, and right side.\nWhen you don\u2019t floss, you\u2019re leaving 2 sides of each tooth uncleaned and at\nrisk of cavities from lingering plaque and food debris. Plus, flossing removes\ngerms that can infect the gums and cause periodontitis (gum disease). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch Out for Snacking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oral healthcare doesn\u2019t stop with brushing and flossing! In\nfact, what your kids eat can have a significant impact on the health of their\nsmile. During this uncertain time, your kids may be home more than normal,\nregularly raiding your pantry for yummy treats and sweets. However, sugary\nsnacks can increase their risk of cavities and decay. Plus, you should watch\nout for when they snack\u2014eating constantly doesn\u2019t give the mouth time to\nrecover and produce saliva, which washes away food and bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit Your Safe &amp; Sanitized Dental Office<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/childrens-dentistry.html\">child\nneeds to see the dentist<\/a> for a problem, or if they\u2019re simply due for a\ncleaning, your dental office is clean, sanitized, safe, and ready to see you.\nYour dentist has always been committed to keeping their practice extremely\nclean, following guidelines from the CDC. However, today more than ever, they\nare taking advanced safety measures to keep patients and staff safe. That\u2019s why\nyou can have peace of mind if your son or daughter ever needs to visit the\ndentist while COVID-19 is still a risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to take on the summer while giving your child a\nhealthy and thriving smile? Remember these tips and don\u2019t be afraid to contact\nyour dentist to set an appointment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Rashpal Deol is experienced in treating patients of all\nages, creating friendly and long-lasting relationships with children. He knows\nthat this time is uncertain, which is why he wants to assure you that he is\ntaking all the necessary precautions to keep everyone safe. If you have any\nquestions or want to schedule an appointment, he can be reached through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by\nphone at (925) 735-6190. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is officially here, which means your kids are enjoying their freedom from school and it\u2019s now your job to facilitate their fun! However, you can also ensure that they keep their smile safe and healthy during the hotter months. 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