When a child visits a children’s dentist in Carlsbad, they will learn good techniques that can be used to maintain healthy teeth and gums. But, the children don’t often apply those brushing and flossing techniques on a regular basis unless the habits are reinforced by parents at home. For best dental health, it is important for parents to take responsibility for the daily habits of their children. Parents need to be actively involved in monitoring as the child brushes and flosses their teeth, in order to avoid dental problems such as tooth decay and/or gum disease.

As a parent, you should listen closely to the things that your child is taught at the children’s dentist in Carlsbad, because you can reiterate those points again when you are at home. It is a type of partnership, where the dentist does their job to educate the child in the dental office, and then the parent takes over the teaching and monitoring when the child is at home. Establishing these habits and lessons at a young age can help your child to maintain good dental health throughout their life.

Carlsbad Children’s Dentistry would like to teach your child about good dental health, call us to schedule an appointment: (760) 633-1131