“Preventive dental care has greatly improved the oral health of American children,” states Kimberly Harms, D.D.S., American Dental Association consumer advisor and general dentist from Farmington, Minn. “It is now possible for many children to reach adulthood without ever experiencing tooth decay and that is why good oral health practices should begin in infancy and continue throughout adult life.” …

The ADA recommends regular dental check-ups, including a visit to the dentist within six months of the eruption of the first tooth, and no later than the child’s first birthday. Preventive care such as cleanings and fluoride treatments provide your child with “smile” insurance. Routine dental exams uncover problems that can be treated in the early stages, when damage is minimal and restorations may be small. When necessary, dental radiographs (X- rays) are taken to see how the teeth are developing and to spot hidden decay.

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