Looking for a dentist near me for my child\u2019s first visit.We don\u2019t tend to think too much about our baby\u2019s teeth until they begin to arrive around 8 months of age. Then all kinds of questions arise such as when should I start brushing their teeth? When should my child see the dentist? Do I have to take care of their baby teeth if they\u2019re going to fall out? These are all great questions, and Dr. David Lloyd wants to take the guesswork out of caring for your child\u2019s teeth for you! Here are some answers and tips on caring for your child\u2019s teeth from your dentist in Daytona Beach.<\/p>\n
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Many patients who are fearful about dental appointments report that it\u2019s due to a bad experience they had as a child. At Indigo Dental, we strive to make every visit positive and upbeat for your child in order to set the foundation for future success. We encourage you to bring your child in for their first visit around the age of 2-3 years old.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ll spend time acclimating them to the \u201cbig chair\u201d and the instruments we use until they\u2019re comfortable enough for a cleaning. If this takes a few visits, that\u2019s just fine, as we want your child to feel comfortable and even excited about their dental appointments.<\/p>\n
You should begin brushing your child\u2019s teeth as soon as they arrive. This keeps them healthy while acclimating your child to the process of brushing. You\u2019ll need to continue to help them brush and floss their teeth until around the age of 6-7 years old.<\/p>\n
Baby teeth are very important for a few reasons such as:<\/strong><\/p>\n At Indigo Dental, we welcome patients of all ages to our practice and we love to see children. As your child gets older we may recommend additional services such as fluoride treatments and dental sealants to build and protect small teeth. If your child participates in sports, Dr. Lloyd can discuss the right protective wear for their needs.<\/p>\n\n
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