Our friends at Oral Health Kansas have created a list of "Dental Appointment DOs" as a guide for what to do when you take your child to the dentist. We've changed the list a bit, but the ideas definitely remain the same!
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  1. DO... Keep your dental appointment! If you have to cancel, call and let them know and reschedule if possible.
  2. DO... Talk about your child's first dental appointment in a positive way. Ask the hygienist and dentist to explain to your child what they will be doing.
  3. DO... Use positive words about going to the dentist. Avoid using words like hurt, pain, or scared when you are talking about going to the dentist.
  4. DO... Tell the hygienist and dentist about any fears or concerns that your child may have.
  5. DO... Have your child brush their teeth right before going to their appointment.
  6. DO... Make it a fun experience for your child!
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Baby Bottle Tooth Decay, also known as Early Childhood Caries, results from children falling asleep with a pool of sugary liquid in their mouths. The sugar in milk or juice creates a breeding ground for bacteria, which damage their teeth.
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This process may lead to severe decay which can cause life threatening abscesses and a multitude of other oral health problems.
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Here are some steps that parents, grandparents, and other caregivers can take to prevent baby bottle tooth decay:
  • DO NOT put children to bed with a bottle.
  • DO NOT use a bottle of milk or juice as a pacifier during the day.
  • Teach children to drink from a cup as soon as they are old enough to hold one. Most children can do this well before their first birthday.
Please contact the Douglas County Dental Clinic at 785-312-7770 if you have any questions or concerns about baby bottle tooth decay.
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