Summer is officially here! That means your kids are finally out of school and your college students are home for a few months. While everybody is home and has some room in their schedule, make some time to bring the family in for their biannual checkup. Many people wait until the back-to-school season, but our Rochester, MN, team encourages you to plan your visit as soon as possible.
The Very First Visit With Our Team
How early should your child’s very first dental visit be? This is a common question that parents ask. Generally, we recommend bringing your child in as soon as they develop their first few teeth. We know that a year can seem quite a young age, but early visits are beneficial as they can help encourage good habits early and get your child comfortable with the dentist. At their initial visit, we’ll take the time to get to know you and your child. This visit may not include hygiene cleaning as your traditional visit would, but we can examine their teeth and gums and answer any questions you may have about your child’s oral healthcare.
Continuing Checkups Through The Year
After this initial visit, your kids need to see the dentist twice a year throughout their childhood and as adults as well. Their checkup will include cleaning and examination, which helps keep their teeth clean and free of common problems such as cavities and gingivitis. If we notice any problems throughout your child’s smile, we may need to make a plan for restorative treatments. Dental fillings are one of the most common restorations used to treat cavities. If your child has a cavity, it’s important to have it filled as soon as possible to avoid serious problems.
Take Care Of Your Smile
Dental checkups are not the only step you should be taking to care for your smile. In addition to your twice-yearly visit with our team, make sure that you are taking care of your pearly whites and gums at home. You will need to brush and floss twice a day to keep plaque from forming on your teeth. If you notice a change to your oral health, such as chronic foul breath or a change in gum color, get in touch with your dentist as soon as possible. Often, oral health issues do not show symptoms until they reach a more severe phase, but we’re here to help keep your oral health safe.
We’re Here For Your Family
From your child’s very first visit with our team to your college student’s biannual checkup, our team is here for all of your kids’ needs. To schedule your next visit with the team at Greenview Dentistry in Rochester, MN, give our team a call today at 507-281-3659.
