Pediatric Oral Health Tips
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), tooth decay is one of the most common chronic infectious diseases among U.S. children. This is a preventable health problem that begins early. 28% of children aged 2-5 years have already had decay in their primary or baby teeth. By the time they reach 11 years of age, approximately half of children have experienced decay. By the age of 19, tooth decay in permanent teeth affects two-thirds or 68% of adolescents. Low-income children have twice as much untreated decay than children in families with higher incomes. Problems such as pain, dysfunction, underweight, and poor appearance can result greatly reducing a child’s capacity to succeed in the educational environment.
A healthy smile is a good indication of a happy child. Oral health experts are all in agreement that developing healthy smiles in children should start in infancy. CDC experts have promoted a set of pediatric oral health tips that if followed will significantly prevent tooth decay in any child and save the child from suffering embarrassment.
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Oral Health – Bad Breath
Halitosis, or commonly known as bad breath, is a known oral disease. Having this problem one must first find out what is the cause. It is often suspected to originate from the mouth but other cases are severely complicated, such as stomach problems. Other possible causes are respiratory problems, sinus and tonsil problems. Although not an alarming disease, it can make your interaction to others very limited and can decrease your self confidence. Let me give you some health advice on how to deal with bad breath naturally.
1. Dental health must be your priority. Always visit your dentist 4 times a year to ensure that your teeth are bacteria free. Most bad breath comes from a very unclean mouth, so make sure to have teeth cleaning every time you visit your dentist.