Children run, climb, jump, play sports, ride bicycles, and occasionally collide with things. Unfortunately, teeth sometimes get caught in the middle.
Brushing tends to receive most of the attention when parents begin teaching children about oral hygiene, but toothbrushes cannot clean every surface of every tooth.
Few situations are more frightening for a parent than seeing their child experience an injury, especially when it involves the mouth or teeth.
For many children, visiting the dentist can feel unfamiliar or even intimidating. New environments, unfamiliar sounds, and uncertainty about what to expect may create feelings of nervousness.
A child’s mouth changes rapidly throughout growth and development, and many important dental milestones happen long before all the permanent teeth appear.
Many adults remember feeling nervous about dental visits as children, and today’s parents often worry their own children may experience the same fear.
Children’s teeth and jaws undergo rapid development throughout childhood. As these structures grow and change, certain dental concerns may arise that require specialized care.
