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As a parent, the last thing you want is for your child to start the school year off on the wrong foot. That\u2019s why back-to-school season is so important! Between purchasing supplies and helping them find their classroom, it\u2019s important to reinforce good dental habits so they are less likely to experience a stressful and potentially painful tooth-related injury. With this in mind, keep reading to learn a few back-to-school-specific dos and don\u2019ts on how to prevent dental emergencies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

DON\u2019T Fill Their Lunch with Sugar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does your teen love chips, candy, energy drinks, and the like? Unfortunately, snacks and drinks like these are often loaded with sugar, which is one of the biggest culprits of cavities. Furthermore, hard and crunchy products, like peanut brittle, popcorn, and pretzels can also increase their chances of accidentally chipping or fracturing a tooth. So, it\u2019s best to fill their lunches with vitamin-rich, smile-friendly alternatives, like fresh fruit, oatmeal, yogurt, soft sandwiches, and cooked vegetables instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

DO Reinforce Good Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did your child get out of the habit of brushing and flossing consistently over the summer? Mistakes happen \u2013 just make sure they get back into the routine now. That starts with brushing for a full two minutes each morning and flossing daily. Bonus tip: replace their toothbrush or toothbrush head if it\u2019s been more than three months!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

DON\u2019T Forget a Mouthguard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does your child participate in sports? Then make sure they have a mouthguard for practices and games. This small appliance will help protect their teeth and gums from excessive force that would\u2019ve otherwise caused serious damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

DO Schedule Their Biannual Checkup and Cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Has it been more than six months since your child\u2019s last checkup and cleaning? Then use this as a reminder to schedule it! These biannual visits help catch cavities in the early stages, remove stubborn plaque, monitor the development of their jaw, and much more. While these may seem small, they play a big role in helping prevent sudden dental injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

DON\u2019T Let Them Engage in Poor Dental Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nail-biting, using their teeth as tools to open things, and chewing on pen caps are just a few unhealthy dental habits that your child may engage in throughout the school year. Unfortunately, habits like these can introduce bacteria into their mouth while also increasing the chances of them chipping or cracking their enamel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although dental emergencies aren\u2019t entirely preventable, these dos and don\u2019ts can significantly reduce the chances of your child experiencing one throughout the school year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re proud to welcome patients of all ages to Painesville Dental Group<\/a>! In addition to offering a wide range of services and having several convenient locations, we have early morning, afternoon, and weekend hours, which ensures your child won\u2019t have to miss school to care for their smile. If it\u2019s been more than six months since your child\u2019s last checkup or you have a question about how to keep their oral health in pristine condition, then don\u2019t hesitate to schedule an appointment with our team via our website<\/a> or by phone at (440) 354-2183<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As a parent, the last thing you want is for your child to start the school year off on the wrong foot. That\u2019s why back-to-school season is so important! Between purchasing supplies and helping them find their classroom, it\u2019s important to reinforce good dental habits so they are less likely to experience a stressful and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nHow To: Prevent Dental Emergencies During Back-to-School Season | Painesville Dental Group<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Wondering how to keep your child\u2019s smile healthy this back-to-school season? 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