{"id":153,"date":"2019-07-20T15:17:09","date_gmt":"2019-07-20T15:17:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/?p=153"},"modified":"2019-07-31T16:04:45","modified_gmt":"2019-07-31T16:04:45","slug":"are-kid-cavities-the-fault-of-parents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/2019\/07\/20\/are-kid-cavities-the-fault-of-parents\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Kid Cavities the Fault of Parents?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_123402764__1564585904_53853-300x202.jpg\" alt=\"child sitting at a dinner table and eating\" class=\"wp-image-154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_123402764__1564585904_53853-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_123402764__1564585904_53853-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_123402764__1564585904_53853.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your child has a smile that is precious and priceless, but you&#8217;re worried that won\u2019t last long if their oral health isn\u2019t being properly cared for. Kid cavities can wreak havoc on their small mouths and be caused by a variety of factors. Each time you take them to the dentist for their routine checkup and cleaning, you wonder if it\u2019s your fault that their mouth isn\u2019t as healthy as it could be. Read on to find out how you can teach your child proper oral health techniques and what may be causing their cavities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Causes of Cavities in Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your child\u2019s oral health can have a lifelong impact on their\noverall wellbeing. One of the most common problems for little ones is dental\ndecay and cavities, which are often easily preventable. If you are brushing and\nflossing your son or daughter\u2019s teeth routinely, but still notice that they\u2019re\ngetting cavities, it could be caused by their diet. Certain foods and drinks\nthat children love to munch on can cause damage to their oral health,\nincluding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Carbonated drinks<\/li><li>Juice<\/li><li>Starchy foods<\/li><li>Sweets <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These items can not only cause their enamel to erode, but also cause accumulation of plaque and tartar. Harmful oral bacteria in your child\u2019s mouth build up when they aren\u2019t routinely cleaned, plus, these bacteria feed off of plaque, which is created by sugars and starch. When their enamel is weakened, it can leave their small pearly whites vulnerable to bacteria that cause common oral health problems like cavities, gum disease, and dental decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though children cavities may not seem like a big deal because they don\u2019t have their permanent teeth yet, these issues can alter their mouth into adulthood. When you take your little one\u2019s oral hygiene seriously, you\u2019re also looking after their overall wellbeing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can You Care For Your Child\u2019s Oral Health?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to tackle your child\u2019s oral health is to practice preventive dental care. This means fortifying their mouth and preventing and taking care of small problems so they don\u2019t have an opportunity to become serious. Taking them to a pediatric dentist that is specially trained and equipped with the tools and knowledge to care for small smiles is a great first step in looking after the health of their teeth and gums. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with routine checkups and cleanings by a professional, it\u2019s important to teach your child the proper techniques to brush and floss. If you have any questions, your pediatric dentist will be more than happy to help with this. Every morning and night be sure to monitor your child and get them into the habit of maintaining their oral hygiene routine to ward off cavities. There\u2019s never a better time to recommit yourself to doing a better job teaching and caring for your little one\u2019s teeth and gums than now! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Layne Benzley earned his pediatric dental specialty\ncertificate from the Eastman Dental Center at the University of Rochester and\nhas completed the rigorous examination and additional requirements to be certified\nas a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He knows how\nimportant it is to teach good oral hygiene habits at a young age and equip\nchildren with the knowledge and tools they need to maintain a beautiful and\nhealthy smile as adults. He is passionate about giving little ones the highest\nquality of care possible. For questions or to schedule your child\u2019s checkup and\ncleaning, visit Castle Rocke Smiles\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or contact 303-660-5373.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your child has a smile that is precious and priceless, but you&#8217;re worried that won\u2019t last long if their oral health isn\u2019t being properly cared for. Kid cavities can wreak havoc on their small mouths and be caused by a variety of factors. 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