At What Age Should Children Be Brought To The Dentist?

Post date: Apr 19, 2017 7:26:27 AM

Essential in ensuring the oral health of children is bringing them in for a dental appointment at the appropriate ages. At the following ages, they should pay a visit to a dentist:

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One year old

According to a survey of primary caregivers, only 66 percent of children are brought to the dentist during their infant years. And the same study states that the average of a child’s first visit to the dentist is 2.6 years.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child should be taken to the dentist before their first birthday or within six months after the first tooth erupts, which typically starts growing when they are six months old. During this age, the parents are taught how to manage their child’s oral health, especially in the areas of proper use of fluoride, controlling oral habits, such as thumb-sucking, teething, and the relationship between diet and oral health.

Four years old

At age four, children might have developed oral habits that need to be addressed and resolved. The dentist will also check whether the child is getting enough fluoride to ensure that the teeth develop healthily and tooth decay is prevented early.

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Seven years old

The first molars typically erupt at seven years of age. By this time, the dentist can evaluate the positioning of the teeth and gums, which can help him detect and prevent future dental problems, including the proper emergence of permanent teeth.

Dr. Kami Hoss is the CEO of the Super Dentists, the largest pediatric dentistry and orthodontic practice in San Diego. The clinic uses a unique approach in dental practice that is beloved by both parents and children. Learn more about it by visiting this website.