Stating that protecting the health of children during the school period has become more important than ever, Pedodontics (Pediatric Dental) Specialist Dt. Yeşim Sağır said, “Healthy teeth play an important role in both positively affecting children's success in their educational life and protecting their general health. For this reason, dental examinations and necessary treatments should be done for children before starting school.”
Pedodontics (Pediatric Dental) Specialist from VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital, Dt. Yeşim Sağır warned about the dental check-ups of children in the preschool period. Stating that children's oral and dental health has a significant impact on their overall health, Uzm. Dt. Sağır said, “Dental caries can cause various problems in children such as pain, difficulty in eating and even distraction. These problems negatively affect their success at school and social relations. A dental examination before school starts is an ideal opportunity to diagnose and treat possible problems early.”
“The importance of healthy nutrition”
Emphasizing the importance of providing healthy eating habits to protect your children's dental health, Uzm. Dt. Sağır said, “Sugary foods are one of the biggest factors that can cause tooth decay. Therefore, you should encourage your children to eat healthy and keep them away from sugary foods. In addition, ensuring that they drink water regularly can prevent the formation of dental caries by balancing the acid ratio in the mouth.”
“Tooth brushing habit should be acquired”
Stating that one of the most effective ways to protect dental health is to gain the habit of regular tooth brushing, Uzm. Dt. Sağır said, “Ensuring that your children brush their teeth at least twice a day minimizes the risk of caries by reducing the formation of bacteria in the mouth. Brushing teeth, especially after breakfast in the morning and before going to bed in the evening, forms the cornerstones of a healthy oral structure.”
“Support from a specialist should be sought”
Stating that families should not hesitate to contact specialist pedodontists in order to receive the best treatment and care services for children's dental health, Uzm. Dt. Sağır said, “Physicians who specialize in special dental examinations and treatment methods for children will help to protect your children's oral and dental health in the best way.”
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