Different Ages, Apparently Different Ways of Taking Care of Children's Teeth

"Different Ages, Different Ways of Taking Care of Children's Teeth"

Different Ages, Apparently Different Ways of Taking Care of Children's Teeth

"Dream - Taking care of children's dental and oral health can be quite challenging. Parents certainly do not want their children to experience dental problems such as cavities or tooth decay, right?"

The problem with children's teeth and mouths may hinder their learning and playing process. For example, the pain caused by cavities will make it difficult for children to sleep and lose their appetite for eating.

It is important for parents to know how to take care of their children's teeth and mouth to avoid dental problems. Different age groups of children require different types of care as well. Let's learn how to take care of children's teeth and mouth based on their age.

Dental Care for Children Under 3 Years Old (Baby-care)

Dental care for children under the age of three is considered difficult and tricky. Baby teeth have just grown and require extra care to prevent problems with the child's baby teeth.

"Even though they are still growing, baby teeth can also experience tooth decay and cavities. Especially if their parents also have cavities, the risk of cavities in children also increases," said Dr. Alana Aluditasari, Sp. K. G. A from RS Pondok Indah - Puri Indah in Jakarta, Monday, March 18, 2024."

The following are some things that Sahabat Dream can do to take care of children's teeth under the age of 3: 1. Take the child to the dentist Sahabat Dream is advised to take the child to the dentist from the age of one or when the first tooth has grown. Taking the child to the dentist as early as possible will train them so that they will not be afraid of going to the dentist anymore.

Avoid using pacifiers or sippy cups. It is better for Dream Friends to avoid using pacifiers or sippy cups for children. "Pacifiers or sippy cups can hinder tooth growth or cause teeth to grow slightly more forward than they should," said dentist Alana.

2. Use fluoride toothpaste Many parents believe that fluoride toothpaste is dangerous for children. However, that is just a myth. Children are advised to use fluoride toothpaste specifically for children from a young age. 3. Visit the dentist every 3 to 6 months Dream friends might think that regular dental check-ups can be expensive and inconvenient. However, regular dental check-ups are very important and recommended.

"It will be more expensive if the child's teeth are already severely damaged. Regular dental check-ups can prevent excessive expenses if the child's teeth are already severely damaged and require special treatment," says Dr. Alana."

Tooth Care for Children Over 3 Years Old (Toddler Tooth Care)

Usually, at this age, the child's baby teeth are already complete. Children over the age of three can help take care of their teeth. Invite the child to take care of their own teeth together. Here are some dental care tips for children over the age of three. 1. Continue to help the child brush their teeth. Many parents think that children over the age of three can brush their teeth on their own and no longer need assistance. It turns out that this thinking is wrong, my friend Dream.

Doctor Alana explained that after the age of 3, children should still be assisted in brushing their teeth. "Parents should continue to help their children brush their teeth until the age of seven. Children are not yet perfect in brushing their teeth, there are many specific spots that are not brushed and still leave food residue, which can cause cavities," she said.

2. Using dental floss Children need to be taught to use dental floss from an early age. Dental floss or dental thread functions to clean and remove food debris in between teeth that are difficult to reach using a toothbrush. 3. Observation of milk tooth growth At the age of 5 to 7 years old, children's milk teeth usually begin to be replaced by permanent teeth. Parents need to regularly observe the growth of these teeth to prevent them from overlapping and growing irregularly. Although milk teeth will be replaced by permanent teeth, cavities in milk teeth still need to be treated. If left untreated, cavities in milk teeth can cause pain and hinder children's activities.

4. Topical fluoride administration (tooth vitamin) by a dentist Topical fluoride or tooth vitamin is recommended to be given to children aged three years and above. Take your child to the dentist to be given this vitamin by the dentist.

5. Control to the dentist every 3 to 6 months Just like children under three years old, children over three years old still need to have a dental check-up at least every 6 months, Sahabat Dream! Report by Salma Rihhadatul Aisy

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