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With back-to-school season well underway, your calendar may be filled with carpools, homework, weekend sports, and the like. Of course, you don\u2019t want a knocked-out, decayed, or otherwise damaged tooth to prevent your child from enjoying this upcoming school year. The good news is that dental injuries are largely preventable with the right best practices in place. With this in mind, keep reading to learn five tips on how to prevent dental emergencies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1. Keep Added Sugar to a Minimum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does your child have a sweet tooth? Whether they love hard candy, chewy taffy, or soft ice cream, sugary treats are a recipe for cavities. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to keep their consumption of added sugar to a minimum! Offering naturally sweet alternatives (like fresh fruit) or low-sugar options are great places to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2. Make Sure They Brush Each Morning and Evening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ideally, your child should brush their teeth after each meal. However, that\u2019s not always realistic since they are at school during lunchtime. You can<\/em>, however, make sure they brush each morning before class and each night before bed. Make sure it\u2019s for a full two minutes and with a soft-bristled toothbrush and toothpaste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #3. Get Your Child a Custom Mouthguard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does your child play sports? It\u2019s one of the most common ways children knock-out their teeth! So, it\u2019s important to do your part to protect their smile. The good news is that a custom mouthguard from their dentist can protect their teeth from impact, reducing their chances of experiencing a dental injury during practice or at games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #4. Discourage Unhealthy Dental Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unhealthy dental habits can quickly wreak havoc on your child\u2019s teeth and gums. A few examples are chewing on pencils, using their teeth to open packages, and not consistently flossing. If any of these habits surface, do your best to redirect them. Their smile will thank you for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #5. Schedule Their Next Checkup and Cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental checkups and cleanings are essential to your child\u2019s oral health. So, if your child hasn\u2019t attended their second appointment of the year, now is the time to schedule it! If they have, make sure their first one of 2023 is on the calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although dental emergencies are common, they are still largely preventable. To ensure your child\u2019s smile is protected both in and out of the classroom, keep the above tips in mind!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

After obtaining his dental degree at Midwestern University, Dr. Matt Strumpf<\/a> underwent pediatric specialty training at the University of Illinois Chicago. In addition to having his Master of Oral Science degree, he is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and attended the American Laser Study Club Symposium. If you have a question about how to protect your child\u2019s smile from a dental emergency or it\u2019s been more than six months since their last checkup, don\u2019t hesitate to visit our website<\/a> or call (651) 450-6111<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

With back-to-school season well underway, your calendar may be filled with carpools, homework, weekend sports, and the like. Of course, you don\u2019t want a knocked-out, decayed, or otherwise damaged tooth to prevent your child from enjoying this upcoming school year. The good news is that dental injuries are largely preventable with the right best practices […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nProtect Your Child from a Dental Emergency with These 5 Tips | Dr. Strumpf<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Is your child back in school now? 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