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Dental Health of Hispanic children
Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors the national month for dental health of children to emphasize the importance of dental hygiene in children. The campaign’s main function is to emphasize the importance of dental hygiene, instill good dental health habits in children and encourage parents to bring their children regularly to the dentist. The campaign theme for 2010 is: “To have a bright smile, is important to brush and floss.”
The importance of dental health
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than a quarter of preschool children have tooth decay. Also, before age 19, almost 66% of children have cavities in their permanent teeth.
Available figures suggest that children from low-income and racial minorities are those who suffer from tooth decay. In fact, according to the National Survey of Children’s Health , Hispanic children are less likely to receive preventive dental care to children from other demographic groups, which is very worrying, because the preventive dental care reduces the chance of tooth decay and other conditions such as gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) and permanent loss of teeth. Read the rest of this entry »
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M’T teeth appointments prevention for children and adolescents
for your children do not have a toothache and know to care every day, health insurance and dentists have created M’T teeth, go to prevent free to do at 6, 9, 12, 15 and 18. Appointments prevention to 6, 9, 12, 15 and 18 Because their dental health depends on it, your children should learn as soon as possible good habits (brushing, food, …) and get used to regularly visit a dentist. Problems identified early are easier to treat. You avoid their care and heavier and more expensive. Therefore appointments prevention are in place at an early age they begin to age 6 years and are to be performed every 3 years.
Five key steps
6 years, 9, 12, 15, 18 are the ages most at risk of caries. At each of these ages, it is important to make a dental examination.
> 6 years is the age of first permanent molar, the tooth most exposed to caries.
> 9 years, the teeth and permanent teeth “live”, brushing is more difficult: it is the gateway to cavities!
> 12 years, completes the teeth into place, but the enamel is still fragile.
> 15 years, entry into adolescence: a time when we are often less sensitive to the rules of oral hygiene. Then there is the temptation of tobacco that attacks the teeth enamel and precious. Read the rest of this entry »
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The Children’s Dental Health
February is National Children’s Dental Health and the American Association of Periodontology month begin educating children and parents about the number one concern of the Surgeon General: preventing dental diseases – including periodontal disease in children.
Many people think that periodontal disease is an adult problem. However, studies indicate that gingivitis (the first stage of periodontal disease) is almost universal in children and adolescents. Advanced forms of periodontal disease are rarer in children than in adults, but can occur.
To ensure healthy teeth as an adult, you must establish good oral habits as a child. Parents can encourage good oral health habits at home. For example, parents may reward children with visits of the mouse or the tooth fairy not only when you drop a tooth, but when the child passes the dental examination.
Types of periodontal diseases in children
Chronic gingivitis is common in children. It usually causes the gums to swell, turn red and bleed easily. Gingivitis can be prevented and also treated following a regular routine of brushing, flossing and professional dental care. However, if left untreated, can progress over time towards a more serious forms of periodontal disease. Read the rest of this entry »
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Dental health in children
The dental care habits begin to develop in children from four months to coincide with the end of lactation and the beginning of the intake of solid food and semi solids.
At that age, usually when the child is born first tooth, so the type of food that is given, it can affect their dental health for the rest of his life. In fact, it demonstrated a direct relationship between consumption of sweetened beverages during infancy and later consumption of foods with high sugar content.
This is how sugar abuse in childhood can lead to dependence of sugary foods in adults. The more a child gets used to sugar, the more likely that, as an adult, is attracted to foods with excess sugar.
And we must consider not only the candy and goodies as the main carriers of sugar for the children, there are certain medications that contain in excess. Fruit juices, for example, are high in sugar so be careful and moderate consumption.
Water is the only drink that the child must take continuously throughout the day. Other drinks like juice or soft drinks should be served only in moderation with meals. Fruit juices, for example, can cause erosion of tooth enamel, so it is recommended that children should avoid drinking alcohol the evening or at bedtime.
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Food Which Affect Your Dental Health
If you’re keen to have healthy, white, teeth, then you will no doubt be keen to find out which could work against this. Certain food substances can either stain teeth, or make you more prone to tooth decay. However, if you are able to identify which foods can have a detrimental affect on your dental health, then you will be able to better avoid such substances, or take other steps to minimise the damage which is done to teeth.
Firstly, it is a good idea to limit the amount of sugary foods which you eat. Many people do this anyway as part of their diet. Too much sugar can have an affect on your weight, which can then impact your Aviva Life Insurance costs, as well as your overall health. However, it can also encourage dental erosion in the form of tooth decay and cavities. Therefore it is a good idea to limit the number of sugary food which are included within your everyday diet. If you do choose to eat foods which are high in sugar, then it is far better to do so in one sitting, rather than ‘grazing’ on such items. This gives your saliva the chances to neutralise the acidic effects of sugar consumption.
Foods which are naturally high in acid can also have a similar effect. Whilst eating fruit or drinking fruit juice can be good for you in terms of their nutritional value, such food items can be particularly corrosive to your teeth. They can weaken tooth enamel, making them particularly vulnerable and prone to discolouration. In order to prevent the effects of acid erosion, it is best to chew sugar-free gum immediately afterwards, as brushing you teeth can actually do further damage to the enamel layer. By bearing these points in mind, you should be able to limit the damage which certain foods can do to your teeth.
The child toothbrush
We’ve talked on other occasions of the need to maintain good dental health from the first tooth. Task that in many cases, is usually delayed until the consolidation of total and permanent teeth, ignoring the importance of milk teeth are in their later development. We need to keep a careful dental hygiene just as you do with any other part of your body.
To do exist in the market, depending on age and progress in the dentition, different types of toothbrushes that will help us care, while teaching and create a habit, a healthy and necessary task that will accompany the rest of his days. Composed of special features that are tailored to children’s tastes and their own biological needs.
After four months is when the baby starts to feed with baby food , introduced into their diet and other items to a greater or lesser extent can be ‘dirty’ their gums. Although it does not have blunt teeth on the market a silicone teethers help in this task. The same will help us when, about six months, begin to sprout their first teeth.
Gradually we will introduce what are the brushes ‘training’ . They must have a non-slip handle, the head very soft padding and filaments do not damage the gums. A couple of times a day, after meals and especially before bedtime, is a good habit that never left.
About two years and must have completed all the mouth which we can introduce the toothpaste, yes, always taking care not to ingest it and teaching them to use it correctly. The brush in these cases should be small, with ergonomic handle, the soft bristles and a small head that allows you to reach all corners.
It is from 6 to 7 years old when, in exchange for baby teeth to the final , we have to look for other brushes which by their size and strength, help them to continue caring for their teeth properly.
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How Have Oral Hygiene Habits
Oral hygiene, brushing, técnicasTrabajar for people to acquire good oral hygiene habits is something that is being carried out by oral health professionals for a long time. We talked to different dentists and hygienists for comment.
“In recent years the Spanish patients are more conscious in dental hygiene, as more information on the importance of dental health and quality of life that have a healthier mouth. From my point of view, I still can improve and it is desirable that from childhood habits are caught brushing three times a day and gradually introduce other methods of oral cleansing. “
Marta Rechach. Hyginus, Palma de Mallorca.
“There has been a clear evolution in oral hygiene habits of the population, especially young people, but I think this change is still not enough and we need to go further. It is important to keep insisting when you consider that there are still people who never brush your teeth or it does after every meal. In addition, currently there is the paradox of people who are made complicated and expensive treatments of orthodontics and then not comply with oral hygiene routine. ”
José Ignacio Jiménez. Dentist, Guadalajara
“It is essential as the role of the hygienist to inculcate the habit of making proper hygiene techniques. In the first visits, I usually give advice as to brush first with the dry brush and then add the toothpaste, listen to their favorite song while brushing and insist on the use of dental floss. Another important aspect is to remind you that the mouthwash is not a substitute for brushing. “
Cristina Hita. Dentist, Granada
“Today comes only when patient is in pain, but is already at a young age try to start with good dental hygiene habits, diet, etc… And thanks to these revisions controlled, any condition can be corrected soon. We must also thank the laboratories that thanks to the demand for professionals and patients themselves have given us a variety of products to have good hygiene. Finally, I personally consider most necessary to devote more time to the information. “
Mercedes Alberdi. Hygienist, Santander
“Although it has improved greatly in recent years, oral hygiene is currently pending for many Spanish. I think adults need to motivate them even more than children. In addition, adult children imitate their parents and acquire the habit. It should enhance brushing and flossing step between teeth, as many people who brush every day without getting a good result with each cleaning. ”
Avoid tobacco use for your oral health
Who use tobacco will have problems with teeth, gums, breath and overall health. Tobacco use causes periodontal disease (a severe bacterial infection which if left untreated can travel to other areas of your body and cause thousands of deaths per year), gum recession, bone loss, bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, pus between teeth, and gums and tooth loss.
Loose or separating teeth and teeth that is not right for each way they used to smoke and are also indicators of periodontal disease. Even smoking less than half a pack a day will make you three times more vulnerable to serious problems related to dental health.
Those who use tobacco will have problems with teeth, gums, breath and overall health. Smoking can be one of the hardest addictions to overcome. Resources are available from gum to treatment at an addiction treatment center.Tobacco use causes periodontal disease (a severe bacterial infection which if left untreated can travel to other areas of your body and cause thousands of deaths per year), gum recession, bone loss, bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, pus between teeth, and gums and tooth loss.
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Ensure your mouth stay healthy with simple maintenance
Many people may suffer from dental diseases due to sheer laziness. They refused to brush regularly and so the prevention is not there. This, of course, occur mostly children, but also with adults who do not take the time to brush and floss.
Proper oral hygiene is essential to our healthy physical looks. Ever see someone with yellow teeth grinning at you. How do you feel? Do you feel like smiling again, or do you wonder if they know what happened there?
Not surprisingly, maintaining good dental health can be expensive. Finding a good dental insurance that covers the cost of your dental care is a necessity if you will maintain excellent dental hygiene. A routine check is always required and good dental insurance will be able to you that luxury at least twice a year.
Dental care is more than an occasional brushing and flossing of the muse. Get yourself to the dentist to see where you are now and start working to improve your dental hygiene. Dental care is very important and you must start with a smile and look in the mirror. Do you like what you see?
If you do not then it’s time to make changes. Start brushing on a regular basis, all dental floss at least twice a day, and use mouthwash designed to kill plaque directly. Doing these three things will ensure you will have a happy healthy teeth for years to come.
The Children’s Dental Health
February is National Children’s Dental Health and the American Association of Periodontology month begin educating children and parents about the number one concern of the Surgeon General: preventing dental diseases – including periodontal disease in children.
Many people think that periodontal disease is an adult problem. However, studies indicate that gingivitis (the first stage of periodontal disease) is nearly universal in children and adolescents. Advanced forms of periodontal disease are rarer in children than in adults, but can occur.
To ensure healthy teeth as an adult, you must establish good oral habits as a child. Parents can encourage good oral health habits at home. For example, parents may reward children with visits of the mouse or the tooth fairy not only when they drop a tooth, but when the child passes the dental examination.
Kinds of periodontal diseases in children
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