{"id":48,"date":"2017-02-03T04:12:24","date_gmt":"2017-02-03T04:12:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/?p=48"},"modified":"2017-03-09T04:15:48","modified_gmt":"2017-03-09T04:15:48","slug":"dentist-marysville-february-national-childrens-dental-health-month-html","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/dentist-marysville-february-national-childrens-dental-health-month-html\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist In Marysville Celebrates National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-49\" src=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-538027748-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"This February is National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month, so take extra special care of your kid\u2019s teeth and follow these tips from your dentist in Marysville. \" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-538027748-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-538027748-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-538027748-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-538027748.jpg 837w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Your child\u2019s smile is important every day of the year \u2013 and this February, the American Dental Association (ADA) and your dentist in Marysville, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/\">Darby Creek Dental<\/a>, help you keep their teeth healthy by participating in National Children\u2019s\u2019 In this article, you\u2019ll find out about this nationwide campaign for kids, as well as helpful hints on what you can do to give your kids a smile that will last a lifetime.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What Is National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month?<\/h2>\n<p>Starting out in Cleveland, OH in the 1940s, this initially small campaign quickly grew to a nationwide initiative to promote dental wellness for children. Each February, the ADA selects a topic that focuses on oral health for kids. They provide <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ada.org\/~\/media\/ADA\/Public%20Programs\/Files\/NCDHM\/NCDHM2016_Story_English.ashx\">fun stories<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mouthhealthykids.org\/en\/activity-sheets\/color-and-count\">coloring book pages<\/a>, and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mouthhealthykids.org\/en\/activity-sheets\/sugar-wars\">activity sheets<\/a> to keep your children interested in taking care of their smiles.<\/p>\n<h2>How Can I Teach My Child To Prioritize Their Teeth?<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Cleveland, Dr. Budendorf, and Dr. Tschand offer the following strategies to help your kids take care of their oral health:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><u>2&#215;2<\/u> \u2013 Make sure your kids brush their teeth gently, <em>twice<\/em> a day for <em>two<\/em> They should floss each time they brush, too, and encourage them to spit out toothpaste, since swallowing fluoride can be too much of a good thing.<\/li>\n<li><u>Professional Care<\/u> \u2013 The ADA recommends taking your child to their first dental appointment no later than their first birthday, since dental problems can occur as soon as teeth arrive in the mouth. Kids are especially prone to tooth decay and cavities, so visit us twice a year for professional exams and cleanings.<\/li>\n<li><u>Get To Know Your Dentist<\/u> \u2013 Giving kids a great impression of the dentist when they\u2019re young is crucial to setting them up for a lifetime of dental success. Make the first appointment about education, and getting to know the team at Darby Creek Dental.<\/li>\n<li><u>Make It Fun<\/u> \u2013 The best way to get your kids to take care of their teeth is to make it enjoyable. Watch <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CnGp7oA9o1A\">cartoons<\/a>, read <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rubygelman.com\/blog\/?p=113\">children\u2019s books about oral hygiene<\/a>,\u00a0and talk about the dentist in a positive light. Listen to music to make sure your kids brush long enough. Take a favorite stuffed animal to appointments, and give your kids a sticker or a small toy for being a good dental patient.<\/li>\n<li><u>Eat Healthy<\/u> \u2013 Kids are inundated with sugary snacks and beverage, so eliminate sweets as much as possible. This includes fruit juice, which constantly bathes your child\u2019s teeth in sugar. Stick to water, enjoy high-protein snacks, leafy greens, and dairy \u2013 say cheese, since it can prevent cavities.<\/li>\n<li><u>Set A Good Example<\/u> \u2013 You are a role model, especially when it comes to oral hygiene. If you tell your kids their teeth are important, but skimp on flossing, drink soda all day long, and don\u2019t see the dentist yourself, your kids will pick up on this message. Lead by example \u2013 and, if you\u2019re a smoker, stop now \u2013 your kids are watching.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Since you now know what National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month is all about, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">schedule an appointment<\/a> with your family dentist in Marysville, Darby Creek Dental and give your kids something to smile about!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your child\u2019s smile is important every day of the year \u2013 and this February, the American Dental Association (ADA) and your dentist in Marysville, Darby Creek Dental, help you keep their teeth healthy by participating in National Children\u2019s\u2019 In this article, you\u2019ll find out about this nationwide campaign for kids, as well as helpful hints 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