It’s right around the midpoint way through the summer vacation. Your kids are probably getting bored of sleeping in and doing nothing all day and are chomping at the bit (excuse the pun!) to get back to school, right? No, we didn’t think so. But what a great time to check in on your child’s dental health to make sure there aren’t any slips in good dental hygiene that could lead to cavities, inflamed gums or other oral unpleasantries. Here’s our dental checklist of things you should check to keep your child’s teeth, gums and mouths in tip top shape this summer!
Our Dental Checklist for Your Kid’s Oral Health
Here is a short dental checklist for things you should check in on to make sure your child’s oral health is right on track, even when school is out for the summer:
- Healthy Eating Habits – Summer can be a time when unhealthy eating habits can creep in. It’s easy to get caught up in extra sugary afternoon snacks, extra cans of pop or extra trips to the ice cream parlour. While we’re all for enjoying cool and refreshing treats during the summer, we’re more about making sure there’s even more diligence about extra brushing and flossing!
- Check Your Child’s Routine – Summer vacation can totally change your child’s day-to-day routine, and important things like brushing and flossing can go by the wayside. Make sure that your child is brushing and flossing at least twice a day, even if they’re sleeping in late and going to bed way later than you’d like them to!
- The Right Tools for the Job – When was the last time your child got a new toothbrush? If it wasn’t in the last three months, or if the bristles are bent out of shape, it might be time for a new one now. Is your child’s toothbrush still appropriately sized for their mouth? If they’ve grown some, it might be time for a bigger toothbrush to help them take better care of their growing mouths.
- Schedule a Checkup – When was the last time you took your child to see your family dentist? If it hasn’t been in the past six months, contact either of our offices and book one now! Regular checkups can help keep your child’s mouth clean and fresh and free of issues that could be avoided!
It’s summer, and for many kids that means sleeping in, fun-filled days and later-than-normal bedtimes. But for parents, summer should be a time of extra diligence to make sure that your child is taking good care of their teeth and mouths. Orion Dental offers a full range of dental services for the entire family, including regular checkups, orthodontics, fillings and teeth whitening. Call our Milton dental office at (905) 636 – 9770 or our Scarborough dental office at (416) 291 – 0306 and book an appointment today, we’d love to be part of your family dental care team!
