Are Oral Rinses Necessary For Kids’ Dental Health?
Tooth decay is far too common in young people. Despite everyone’s best efforts, we still see too much of it at The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY.
Brushing may not be enough
Sometimes parents think that baby teeth aren’t all that important, since they’ll eventually fall out and be replaced by adult teeth. That, however, is a misconception. For one thing, baby teeth help permanent teeth grow in correctly, and with enough room. For another, everyone needs healthy teeth and gums.
Besides daily brushing, what can parents do to protect kids from tooth decay? One effective way is using oral rinses.
What is a children’s oral rinse?
Though they look like mouthwash, oral rinses are designed to prevent cavities. They contain fluoride, which strengthens tooth enamel.
The rinse should be the last liquid to make contact with teeth before bed. This helps tooth enamel re-mineralize during sleep.
Make sure you pick one made specifically for children. Otherwise it may not contain fluoride, and may well contain alcohol.
At The Dental Design Center in White Plains NY, we believe tooth decay is avoidable. Make sure that regular pediatric dentistry checkups are part of your dental health routine. People from Scarsdale, Westchester County, and New Castle also come to us for family dentistry, restorative dentistry, and veneers. Call for an appointment today!
Contact The Dental Design Center – Ira J. Handschuh, D.D.S.:
914-683-5898
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
280 Dobbs Ferry Rd Ste 104
White Plains, New York
10607
