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Back-to-school season can be a hectic time for you and your children. While making sure your little one has all the supplies they need and helping them get back into their school routine, it can be all too easy to let a few things slip through the cracks \u2013 such as good dental care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t want to pull your child out of class due to a dental emergency, you need to make protecting their smile one of your top priorities. Here are 4 tips from your dentist in Kansas City that can help your child keep their grin safe at school and at home.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Re-Establish Their Dental Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s all too easy for children to miss a brushing or two during the summer thanks to their unstructured schedules. As such, back-to-school season is a good opportunity to re-establish a healthy dental routine. That means making sure they\u2019re brushing at least twice a day for two minutes at a time. You should also make sure they\u2019re flossing at least once a day to clean the spots that a toothbrush can\u2019t reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Pack Smile-Friendly Lunches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you pack a lunch for your child, make sure that it doesn\u2019t include too many sugary or starchy foods. An occasional treat or snack is fine, but a diet that\u2019s high in sugar and starch can be devastating for your little one\u2019s oral health. Instead, focus on nutritious foods that are good for the teeth, such as crunchy fruits and vegetables, fat-free dairy products, and whole grains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Remind Them to Drink Plenty of Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to make sure that your child knows to stay hydrated throughout the school day, but did you know drinking plenty of water could also be good for their grin? Water can rinse bacteria and food particles off the teeth and gums, allowing your child to maintain a clean mouth throughout the day. It\u2019s just one more reason to remind them to stop by the water fountain between classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Schedule a Back-to-School Visit Now<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental problems don\u2019t go away on their own; they just worsen over time until they become emergencies such as severe toothaches. Scheduling a dental exam now will give your child\u2019s dentist a chance to check \u2013 and treat \u2013 any minor issues that could turn into a serious oral health threat later. This makes it less likely that you\u2019ll have to pull your child out of class for urgent dental care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your child\u2019s dentist<\/a> may also have some additional tips for maintaining oral health during back-to-school season. Reach out to them today if you have any questions or concerns. By taking the right steps, you can keep your little one\u2019s teeth safe without interrupting their studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Michael C. Byars is proud to offer comprehensive dental care that takes advantage of the latest advancements in modern technology. In the past, he has worked in the Miles of Smiles program, which provides portable dentistry for underserved children in the Clay and Platte Counties. He can offer thorough cleanings, dental sealants, and other treatments to keep your little one smiling. To schedule a back-to-school appointment with Dr. Byars, visit his website<\/a> or call (816) 781-8222.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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