{"id":33729,"date":"2024-06-05T08:37:23","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T06:37:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/?p=33729"},"modified":"2024-06-05T08:37:23","modified_gmt":"2024-06-05T06:37:23","slug":"protecting-little-smiles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/blog\/2024\/06\/05\/protecting-little-smiles\/","title":{"rendered":"Protecting little SMILES"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dr Devin Chetty, a dentist at Pearly Whites in Umhlanga, shares his tips for keeping young smiles healthy and happy.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

\"\"It\u2019s no secret that dental care is essential when it comes to maintaining a healthy smile, but many people don\u2019t realise just how important it is to take care of their child\u2019s baby teeth. Dr Chetty recommends getting on the right track at the beginning of baby\u2019s life by choosing the right pacifier. \u201cThis will enable your child to develop good habits on the pacifier without causing shifting or damage to their teeth,\u201d he explains. \u201cBeing able to chew food properly will prevent digestive issues from developing, while having a full set of teeth at the appropriate ages enables children to develop proper speech and phonetics.\u201d<\/p>\n

Having a full, healthy mouth of baby teeth until they fall out at the correct time is also beneficial for orthodontic and jaw development. Dr Chetty encourages parents to take their children to the dentist as soon as their first teeth erupt, which can be as early as six months. \u201cBringing your child from an early age will allow them to feel comfortable with coming to the dentist,\u201d he adds.
\nAccording to Dr Chetty, one of the most common dental issues in children is the development of cavities, which is often caused by the bottle or sippy cup. \u201cThese issues are easily preventable,\u201d he says. \u201cYour dentist will teach you about the use of proper kid\u2019s toothbrushes and toothpastes, as well the importance of flossing from a young age.\u201d It\u2019s also important to be mindful of what you place in your child\u2019s bottle or cup \u2013 it\u2019s best to avoid fruit juice and added sugar.<\/p>\n

When it comes to establishing good oral hygiene habits, Dr Chetty recommends using a good-quality kids\u2019 toothbrush with soft bristles, as well as a toothpaste that contains fluoride and an alcohol-free mouthwash if your child is old enough to rinse. \u201cI would suggest parents brush for their kids up until the age of six years old,\u201d he says.
\n\u201cAfter that, it\u2019s important to monitor that your child is doing it correctly. It\u2019s a good idea to bring your child to the dentist for a check-up twice a year, and to educate your kids on the importance of oral health.\u201d
\nDiet plays a very important role in children\u2019s oral health, and ultimately the development of healthy adult teeth. \u201cParents should encourage their children to avoid excessive amounts of sugar, and limit fizzy drinks,\u201d says Dr Chetty. \u201cSome good snack options include biltong, nuts and cheese.\u201d<\/p>\n

Details:<\/strong> Level 3A The Pearls Mall, 6 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga; www.pearlsmed.co.za\/dentalmed<\/a>; 086 155 5111;\u00a0 info@pearlsmed.co.za<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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