As your child grows, there are many health factors to focus on and address in order to ensure a high quality of life, and teeth are no exception. If certain dental problems are left unchecked, you may end up with expensive orthodontist bills to deal with as your child grows into a teen or adult. Orthodontic issues can also result in lower self esteem for your child. Here are three signs that it's time to take your little one to the orthodontist:
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Most parents consider a little pickiness a natural phase of growing up, and most children manage to eat a wide enough variety of foods to avoid nutritional deficiencies. However, pickiness that excludes entire food groups, refusal to eat normal amounts or anything at all, and the consumption of non-food materials can threaten your child's growth and development. Aside from scheduling appointments with a pediatrician, you should also see a pediatric dentist since childhood eating issues are often tied to the following four causes.
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Smoking may be the reason for the brown or black stains on your teeth. The nicotine and tar in tobacco make it hard to keep your teeth white and bright. However, there are tips you can follow to help minimize the yellow discoloration and dark staining that smoking can cause.
Brush your teeth twice a day. If you are a heavy smoker, try brushing your teeth an additional time or two each day.
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If you are the parent of a toddler, you have several choices for what type of toothbrush you will get for your toddler. Small, soft heads fit best in toddler mouths, but you may wonder whether you should get some of the extras such as vibration, lights, or sound. While you should discuss your options with your dentist, there are several reasons why you should consider a toothbrush with a light up head.
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Many people who want to straighten their teeth prefer clear aligners to other forms of braces. This isn't surprising given that clear aligners are discrete, comfortable, and easy to take care of. Still, there are a few things you should know before going down this route; here are four examples of such issues:
Your Actions (Or Lack of Them) May Determine the Outcome
The dentist will do their best to give you the desired results, but nothing is guaranteed.
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