{"id":161,"date":"2019-02-05T13:59:35","date_gmt":"2019-02-05T13:59:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.laithdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=161"},"modified":"2019-02-22T14:06:20","modified_gmt":"2019-02-22T14:06:20","slug":"childrens-dentist-san-antonio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.laithdentistry.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/childrens-dentist-san-antonio\/","title":{"rendered":"Children\u2019s Dentist In San Antonio Discusses the Importance of Cavity Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-162\" src=\"https:\/\/www.laithdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image-2019-02-22-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"A child brushing her teeth\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.laithdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image-2019-02-22-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.laithdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image-2019-02-22.jpg 346w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Dental health is important at every stage of life, but especially so during childhood. A healthy smile gives kids the self-confidence they need and allows them to eat and speak comfortably. It also lays the foundation for a lifetime of good oral health! This blog is written in honor of February being National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month, and in it you\u2019ll learn about childhood cavities and the best way to prevent them. This information will minimize the amount of dental work your child needs from a children\u2019s dentist in San Antonio and help them have a healthy smile for life. Learn more below!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Sugar Consumption and Childhood Cavities<\/h2>\n<p>In our modern-day diet, sugar is <em>everywhere<\/em>. In addition to contributing to general health problems such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease, high sugar consumption has devastating consequences on oral health as well.<\/p>\n<p>Each time a child eats or drinks something with sugar in it, acid is produced in the mouth that wears away the enamel. If sugar is consumed in high quantities or too frequently (or both), the risk of getting cavities is very high.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can reduce the impact of sugar on your child\u2019s teeth:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Remember that anything sweet should be eaten with meals instead of as a snack. If your child wants a snack, offer something non-sugary such as cheese, plain (sugar-free) yogurt, popcorn, or nuts.<\/li>\n<li>Sugar is hidden in almost everything, so read labels to check the sugar content and primarily focus on whole foods. In addition to minimizing things like soda and candy, be sure to limit high-sugar foods that <em>seem<\/em> healthy such as juice, sugary yogurt, many breakfast cereals, and dried fruit.<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s not only the amount of sugar that matters, but the frequency with which your child consumes it. Remember the phrase, \u201cSip all day, get decay,\u201d to remind you and your child not to sip, snack or graze throughout the day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What Else Can You Do To Prevent Oral Health Problems In Your Child?<\/h2>\n<p>Here are some additional ways to strengthen your child\u2019s teeth and prevent decay:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Schedule regular checkups<\/strong> \u2013 These visits are crucial for making sure that any cavities or other problems are detected and treated when they\u2019re as small as possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Focus on oral hygiene<\/strong> \u2013 Your child\u2019s brushing and flossing habits don\u2019t have to be perfect, but they should be as consistent as possible. Ask a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laithdentistry.com\/pediatric-dentistry.html\">children&#8217;s dentist in San Antonio<\/a> for recommendations on the best techniques and products to use that will make a big difference in your child\u2019s oral hygiene routine.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask about sealants<\/strong> \u2013 Good brushing and flossing go a long way. But, unfortunately, cavity-causing bacteria still collects in the microscopic pits and grooves on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth &#8211; and even good brushing can\u2019t always remove it. Sealants are thin, durable coatings that protect these areas and have been found to prevent 80% of childhood cavities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cavities impact children\u2019s oral health now and in the future. But the good news is that by minimizing sugar, getting regular checkups, and establishing a few good habits at home, cavities are 100% preventable. And that\u2019s something to smile about!<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laithdentistry.com\/meet-dr-racha-w-kadamani.html\">Dr. Racha W. Kadamani<\/a> is a general and children\u2019s dentist in Central San Antonio and a graduate of the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in California. She loves working with patients of all ages and always focuses on prevention to help children minimize the amount of dental work they need. If you have any questions about your child\u2019s oral health, she can be contacted via her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laithdentistry.com\/meet-dr-racha-w-kadamani.html\">website.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental health is important at every stage of life, but especially so during childhood. A healthy smile gives kids the self-confidence they need and allows them to eat and speak comfortably. It also lays the foundation for a lifetime of good oral health! 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