Every parent wants the best for their child. At our clinic, we love meeting parents who are excited to help their children have excellent dental health and maintain a beautiful, healthy smile. Many parents have questions about dental care, especially about preventing cavities. tooth decay in childrenFor this to happen, however, it is important that care begins at a very young age.

Dentists say that if we can educate the child in the right attitude towards dental procedures, we will save him a lot of headaches in the future, because prevention is the key to dental care. But what is really a priority and what should we pay attention to in order to protect children from cavities?

There are a few basic things that are good to know.

Cavities can be “contagious.”

As strange as it may sound, it is true. Cavities are contagious., and the bacteria that cause it are transmitted extremely easily through saliva. So, when we kiss a child on the mouth, drink or eat with the same utensils or simply try their food so as not to burn ourselves, we can easily pass on the culprit of caries and infect our little one. It is recommended to rinse the child's mouth after breastfeeding or taking baby food.

Also, if there is something in the child's mouth tooth with decay, this can also harm the neighboring teeth. Pacifiers are also not to be underestimated. Always keep them disinfected to prevent germs from entering the oral cavity.

It is a good idea to visit your dentist at least twice a year for preventive check-ups and professional teeth cleaning, where dental specialists monitor the condition of your teeth and alert you if any problem occurs. By taking your child to the dentist regularly, you create a habit in him. The frequency of preventive examinations is determined by the degree of caries risk.

Sealants – an innovative way to prevent caries in children.

Teeth whitening is an innovative method developed to protect primary and permanent children's teeth from the development of caries on the chewing surfaces.

In children's teeth, the fissures on the chewing surfaces are deep, still poorly mineralized, and are one of the first places to be attacked by caries. Silanization as a method is the covering of deep fissures with a sealant. The sealant is a polymer material in a liquid state with great strength and is transparent or tooth-colored, and in some cases fluoride ions may be added to its composition to accelerate the mineralization process.

Before proceeding to the sealant placement procedure, the fissures must be thoroughly cleaned and the presence of only a deep fissure, but not caries, must be determined.

It is useful to know that there are teeth in the oral cavity that are difficult to clean, and as a result, it is very easy for germs to accumulate in the deep areas of these teeth. This is how cavities form in children. This is exactly why it is recommended to place sealants at an early age - usually after the premolars and molars (fifth and sixth teeth) erupt.

It's just a baby tooth, does the cavity really need to be done?

Yes, you should! Untreated cavities will get bigger over time and can lead to serious infections. Tooth infections can spread to the soft tissues of the head, face, and neck and lead to pain and swelling. Treating cavities while they are small is much more painless and quick – when they get bigger they need longer treatment. A decayed tooth should always be treated. Regardless of whether it is temporary or permanent. Otherwise, its presence can lead to complications that affect the germ of the permanent tooth. Also pay attention to whether the teeth are coming out correctly. It is a good idea for a specialist to monitor this and assess whether a tooth should be extracted when another one grows.

Is it important to brush your teeth after every meal?

Proper oral hygiene is essential for more than just the health of your teeth and gums. Gum disease can lead to infection, inflammation and tissue damage. According to experts in the UK, teeth should be brushed twice a day for two minutes. It is important for parents to monitor proper hygiene and set a personal example of maintaining good oral hygiene.

At Megadent We welcome children with great enthusiasm and make the visit to the dentist unforgettable and positive. The environment in the clinic is fully protected and full epidemiological measures have been taken. We want children to enjoy a different dental experience that will instill in them a love for caring for their teeth. Our mission is prevention and creating useful habits from an early age in the name of dental health!

…Smile, we're here for you!