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What makes kids and adults scared of the dentist, but loves sweet foods and breads? If you guessed cavities, you’re right! From juice to muffins, to cereal to candy–these acids can wreck you and your children’s teeth if it has enough time to get comfortable. If you’ve ever had a cavity, you know that it doesn’t have to be obvious that you have one until you sit in the dentists’ chair. Does your child have a cavity right now or do you think they might?
The first question to ask yourself: have I taken my child to the dentist in the last six months? If you’re not sure, or it’s been longer than that, make sure to call up your favorite pediatric dentist to schedule an appointment. Pediatric dentists are specially trained to work with children and their delicate needs, so when your little one gets a cavity, a provider may put him or her under anesthesia.
Before your appointment, do some sleuthing: are there some missing sodas in the fridge? Is your spouse or relative secretly providing them with goodies behind your back? How about their brushing habits; are you sure they’re brushing twice a day, getting all those hard-to-reach areas? Some children also complain of being sensitive to hot or cold temperatures when they eat, because of cavities.
Your child may be completely unaware of his or her cavity if they are small enough. Once they get larger or multiply, it can cause tooth pain, and discomfort down the road. If you see any pits or pockets in your child’s mouth that can signify a problem, along with discoloration. Some of these holes are obvious to see, where as some can be hidden between teeth, or behind them; so it’s important to make that dentist appointment to get it taken care of.
