{"id":2711,"date":"2017-03-27T09:30:17","date_gmt":"2017-03-27T16:30:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goosecreekdental.com\/?p=2711"},"modified":"2017-03-27T09:30:17","modified_gmt":"2017-03-27T16:30:17","slug":"baby-dentistry-teething-and-other-joys","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carolinacompletedental.com\/blog\/baby-dentistry-teething-and-other-joys\/","title":{"rendered":"Baby Dentistry: Teething and Other Joys"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-2026\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/Baby-Dentistry.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"420\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to think that baby teeth aren\u2019t important. They make their grand entrance (however painfully) and leave your baby\u2019s mouth so soon thereafter. But your baby\u2019s oral health is very important today and to set the stage for a lifetime of health.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s talk about those tiny teeth: teething and how to take care of your baby\u2019s oral health.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h3>Teething Facts<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Teething begins anywhere from 3-9 months and can continue until your child is 3-years-old. Every baby is different.<\/li>\n<li>Teeth emerge in a consistent pattern: lower 2 front incisors; upper 2 front incisors and 2 more lower incisors; first set of molars; canines; then second molars.<\/li>\n<li>One reason we get baby teeth is because our baby mouths aren\u2019t big enough for the size and number of adult teeth we need later in life.<\/li>\n<li>Babies get 20 teeth that fall out and are followed by 32 adult teeth.<\/li>\n<li>Chewing on a cold, wet washcloth, extra snuggles, and a little pain-relieving medicine is certain to help ease the pain of teething.<\/li>\n<li>Contrary to popular belief, teething is not proven to cause sickness like diarrhea, fever or a runny nose.<\/li>\n<li>Children should see the dentist as soon as their first teeth start coming in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How To Take Care of Baby Teeth<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Breastfeeding<\/strong>: According to a recent study, babies that exclusively breastfed for at least six months have a 72% less chance of developing an improper bite. Breastfeeding also reduces your child\u2019s risk of <em>Baby Bottle Tooth Decay<\/em> and cavities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baby Bottle Tooth Decay<\/strong>: Overexposure to sugar in the liquids your baby drinks can cause early tooth decay, which is when the important, hard enamel cover on your teeth breaks down. Enamel never grows back so it\u2019s very important to protect. Avoid baby tooth decay by only using formula and breast milk in your child\u2019s bottle, don\u2019t let them fall asleep drinking from the bottle, and never put honey or sugar on their pacifier.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cleaning<\/strong>: <em>\u201cWelcome to earth! Now, let me wash your gums.\u201d<\/em> It may seem silly, but you\u2019re actually supposed to wash your baby\u2019s gums from the first day they are born. Use a clean washcloth and water, and maintain the habit as all the baby teeth start coming in. Fluoride toothpaste is recommended after your child turns 3. Fluoride-free toothpaste or \u201ctraining toothpaste\u201d is popular for kids under 3.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Thumbs and Pacifiers<\/strong>: Talk with your dentist about thumb sucking and pacifier use. Usually, both are fine until babies become little children. However, they can increase your child\u2019s risk of tooth decay, jaw misalignment, and an improper bite. Consider weaning off either habit depending on what your dentist recommends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Insurance for Pediatric Dental Care<\/strong>: Most states cover dental visits for children on governmental support. And most dental offices have <a href=\"http:\/\/pda-dev.com\/patient-info\/\">flexible payment plans<\/a> to help everyone prioritize oral health for the whole family. Don\u2019t let finances hold you back from keeping your babe as healthy as possible\u2014reach out to us, we\u2019re happy to help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And last but not least, it\u2019s super important for babies to see the dentist regularly once their first tooth has emerged! They have real teeth, after all. <a href=\"http:\/\/pda-dev.com\/meet-us\/\">Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams<\/a> in Goose Creek are professional dentists who care for baby teeth and pediatric oral health.<\/p>\n<p>Visit Carolina Complete Dental by <a href=\"http:\/\/pda-dev.com\/contact\/\">calling us today<\/a> to make an appointment. We\u2019d love to see your little bundle of joy smile.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/pediatrics.aappublications.org\/content\/early\/2015\/06\/09\/peds.2014-3276\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/pediatrics.aappublications.org\/content\/early\/2015\/06\/09\/peds.2014-3276<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scienceworld.ca\/blog\/why-do-we-have-baby-teeth\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.scienceworld.ca\/blog\/why-do-we-have-baby-teeth<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s easy to think that baby teeth aren\u2019t important. They make their grand entrance (however painfully) and leave your baby\u2019s mouth so soon thereafter. But your baby\u2019s oral health is very important today and to set the stage for a lifetime of health. 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