{"id":155,"date":"2015-03-27T12:44:29","date_gmt":"2015-03-27T12:44:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familydental.ie\/test\/?page_id=155"},"modified":"2022-12-06T11:09:35","modified_gmt":"2022-12-06T11:09:35","slug":"kids","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.familydental.ie\/index.php\/kids\/","title":{"rendered":"KIDS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydental.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/kids-small.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familydental.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/kids-small-300x182.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"320\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.familydental.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/kids-small-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.familydental.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/kids-small.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/a>Kids<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><strong>Caring for your child\u2019s teeth and gums<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Family Dental Practice, we will help you and your child to have healthy mouths and an understanding of the best care for your child\u2019s teeth. Healthy teeth are important for speech, to chew properly ensuring correct nutrition and for confidence interacting with other children.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion admin_label=&#8221;Accordion&#8221;][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Click on the tabs below to read more&#8221; \/][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Decay&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Decay occurs when plaque bacteria ferment and break down dietary carbohydrates or sugars to release an acid. This acid effectively dissolves the tooth structure causing cavities.<\/p>\n<p>How to prevent decay in children\u2013<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep sugars in the diet to a minimum<\/li>\n<li>Brush twice daily<\/li>\n<li>Have fissure sealants applied on adult molar teeth<\/li>\n<li>Use a fluoride toothpaste in children over 2 years<\/li>\n<li>Have regular dental check-ups and always discuss any concerns with your dentist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Healthy Diet&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Infants<br \/>\n<\/strong>Decay can start soon after the baby teeth erupt in the mouth. This decay in infants results from long-term exposure to liquids containing sugars. Among these liquids are milk, formula, fruit juice and sweetened drinks.<\/p>\n<p>To avoid decay in infants \u2013<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t encourage on demand feeding and never allow a child to fall asleep with a bottle of milk\/formula\/juice<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t dip a soother in sugar\/honey\/sweetened drinks<\/li>\n<li>When a baby starts feeding, encourage savoury foods and with any ready-prepared foods or processed foods, always read the label for any added sugars.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Children<br \/>\n<\/strong>Carefully monitor your child\u2019s food and drinks for any added sugars. The frequency of sugary foods is more important than the amount. Replace sugary snacks with alternatives such as carrot sticks, apples, nuts, cheese, crackers, popcorn (popcorn is usually safe from the age of 5). Fruits contain natural sugars but these sugars are less damaging than added sugars. So fruit in moderation should be part of their healthy diet.<br \/>\nMilk or hard cheese after a meal will help neutralise sugars or acids.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Brushing&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Brush your child\u2019s teeth until 5-6 years of age and teach them how to brush well. Lead by example and let you child see you brushing your own teeth. This teaches them that oral hygiene is part of the daily routine. At 7 years of age, a child is usually old enough to brush well by themselves.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Infants<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brush twice daily<\/li>\n<li>Use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste from 2 years up<\/li>\n<li>Use a soft toothbrush, brushing in small circles, covering all surfaces of the teeth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Children<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Help them with brushing until 7 years of age<\/li>\n<li>Stand behind the child holding their chin upwards<\/li>\n<li>Brush after breakfast and before bed<\/li>\n<li>Have a regular tooth-brushing routine<\/li>\n<li>Use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste<\/li>\n<li>Encourage your child to spit out the toothpaste rather than rinsing<\/li>\n<li>Supervise brushing to avoid toothpaste being swallowed<\/li>\n<li>Change your child\u2019s toothbrush every 3 months or when the bristles get splayed<\/li>\n<li>Praise them for good brushing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Teething&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Slightly raised temperature, but not a fever (a fever is a temperature of 38\u2070C or above)<\/li>\n<li>Rash on their face<\/li>\n<li>Reddened gums \u2013 their gums may be swollen or tender<\/li>\n<li>Excessive dribbling \u2013 this may cause a rash on the chin<\/li>\n<li>Poor appetite \u2013 your baby may be reluctant to eat as result of sore gums<\/li>\n<li>Chewing or biting \u2013 your baby may chew on their toys or fingers<\/li>\n<li>Restlessness and Irritability \u2013 the pain of teething may cause them to cry<\/li>\n<li>Disturbed sleep<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Management<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Teething gels<\/li>\n<li>Teething rings (never cool a teething ring in the freezer or tie a teething ring around your baby\u2019s neck)<\/li>\n<li>Paracetamol \/ Ibuprofen \u2013 carefully follow the recommended dosage<\/li>\n<li>Cool drinks to soothe the gums<\/li>\n<li>Distraction \u2013 playing with your baby distracts from the pain of teething<\/li>\n<li>Wipe dribble frequently from your baby\u2019s chin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Trauma&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Trauma to children\u2019s teeth is common, usually due to playing\/cycling\/fighting\/falls or other sports. In children with adult teeth, a mouthguard should be worn during contact sports. If you think your child\u2019s tooth could be damaged, you should seek advice immediately from a dentist.<\/p>\n<p>If an adult tooth is knocked out completely \u2013<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Keep calm! Make sure it is an adult tooth. Baby teeth should not be put back in.<\/li>\n<li>Find the tooth and pick it up by the crown (the whiter part). Avoid touching the root.<\/li>\n<li>If the tooth is dirty, wash it briefly (10 seconds) using milk, saline solution or cold running water.<\/li>\n<li>Replant the tooth using the teeth at either side of the gap as a guide to the position. Once positioned, the person should bite on a handkerchief to hold the tooth in place until the dentist splints it in place.<\/li>\n<li>If the tooth cannot be replanted immediately, it can be carried either inside the injured person\u2019s mouth between the teeth and the side of the cheek, or in milk.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Continuing Dental Care&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>It is important to encourage a positive attitude to visiting the dentist. Before the visit, talk to your child about what to expect and build excitement as well as understanding about the visit.<br \/>\nAt Family Dental Practice we try to make the experience for children as positive and fun as possible in a friendly environment. We welcome children of all ages and we always take a gentle approach, keeping the visits as easy as possible for them. Having a positive experience as a child can have a lifelong impact on the person\u2019s dental health.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Tips&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Encourage savoury snacks<\/li>\n<li>Use a straw for any sugary drinks\/smoothies\/juices<\/li>\n<li>To reward your child, give them stickers\/comics\/pens or paints instead of treats such as chocolate or cakes.<\/li>\n<li>Use a gold star chart for good brushing\/healthy eating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Contact Us<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Rosecourt, Muddy Hill, Mallow, Co. Cork<\/p>\n<p>Tel. +353 (0)22 53717<\/p>\n<p>Email. <a href=\"mailto:info@familydental.ie\">info@familydental.ie<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening Hours<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" width=\"250\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"100\">Monday<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"200\">9.30am \u2013 5.30pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"100\">Tuesday<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"200\">9.30am \u2013 5.30pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"100\">Wednesday<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"200\">9.30am \u2013 5.30pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"100\">Thursday<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"200\">9.30am \u2013 5.30pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"100\">Friday<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"200\">9.30am \u2013 5.30pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"100\">Saturday<\/td>\n<td align=\"left\" valign=\"top\" width=\"200\">Closed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_contact_form admin_label=&#8221;Contact Form&#8221; captcha=&#8221;on&#8221; email=&#8221;info@familydental.ie&#8221; title=&#8221;Enquiry Form&#8221; \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_0 et_section_regular\" >\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row_empty\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div> Kids Caring for your child\u2019s teeth and gums At Family Dental Practice, we will help you and your child to have healthy mouths and an understanding of the best care for your child\u2019s teeth. 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