{"id":88,"date":"2022-08-24T13:21:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T13:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/?p=88"},"modified":"2022-09-09T04:05:15","modified_gmt":"2022-09-09T04:05:15","slug":"dental-exam-back-to-school-dentist-in-lake-zurich","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/24\/dental-exam-back-to-school-dentist-in-lake-zurich\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect Young Smiles with 4 Back-to-School Oral Hygiene Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/24\/dental-exam-back-to-school-dentist-in-lake-zurich\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/AdobeStock_357166079__1662466005_14349.jpg\" alt=\"Little girl with a backpack carrying a book for school\" class=\"wp-image-89\" width=\"292\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/AdobeStock_357166079__1662466005_14349.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/AdobeStock_357166079__1662466005_14349-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/AdobeStock_357166079__1662466005_14349-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Back-to-school season can be a hectic time as parents prepare their children to return to class. While making sure they have all the supplies they need is certainly important, oral hygiene should still be a priority. Dentists highly recommend that parents schedule a dental exam for their children before school begins. This way, cavities, and other oral health problems can be detected before they become major issues. Other than taking them to the dentist, below are 4 back-to-school ideas for helping children protect their teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Establish a Regular Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brushing at least twice a day is essential for removing harmful oral bacteria and food particles that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Children should develop good brushing habits at an early age; it makes it more likely that they will continue to clean their teeth on their own once they reach adulthood. Parents can set up a schedule to help their children brush and floss at the same time every day. Rewarding them for following said schedule helps promote the right habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Pack Healthy Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Parents need to put careful thought into the kinds of food that they pack in their children\u2019s lunches. An occasional sweet treat or starchy snack will not cause any major problems, but the majority of each meal should consist of foods that are beneficial for oral and overall health. Good options include fruits, vegetables, lean meats, fat-free dairy products, and leafy greens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Improve Brushing and Flossing Techniques<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not enough for children to simply learn how to brush and floss. They need to be able to do these tasks properly so that they can keep their entire mouth as clean and healthy as possible. A dentist in Lake Zurich can show parents and children proper techniques for brushing and flossing. They can also make suggestions for improving their routine, such as buying a new toothbrush every three to four months or switching to an easier flossing method. Additionally, many online resources can offer helpful advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Don\u2019t Wait If There is a Problem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Small dental problems such as minor dental pain can quickly turn into major oral health issues if they are not dealt with promptly. More severe dental issues usually require more extensive treatment, which forces children to spend more time out of class. As such, it is better to schedule an appointment to have minor issues taken care of right away; doing so can save a lot of time and help children avoid unnecessary dental pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The above tips can help children maintain bright smiles when it is time to head back to the classroom. Good oral hygiene will allow them to spend more time focusing on their studies and less time at the dentist\u2019s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Grand Dental \u2013 Lake Zurich<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At Grand Dental \u2013 Lake Zurich, our dental team promotes preventive dentistry for patients of all ages. We offer a wide variety of services to keep the risk of tooth decay and gum disease to a minimum \u2013 two common oral health issues that can be highly disruptive for a child\u2019s oral development. If you would like to schedule a back-to-school appointment for your child, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (847) 438-8136.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Back-to-school season can be a hectic time as parents prepare their children to return to class. While making sure they have all the supplies they need is certainly important, oral hygiene should still be a priority. Dentists highly recommend that parents schedule a dental exam for their children before school begins. This way, cavities, and other oral health problems can be detected before they become major issues. Other than taking them to the dentist, below are 4 back-to-school ideas for helping children protect their teeth. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/24\/dental-exam-back-to-school-dentist-in-lake-zurich\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-88","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Dentist in Lake Zurich | Back to School | Grand Dental Lake Zurich<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Parents who are preparing their children to return to school can follow these 4 tips to make sure their smiles stay safe.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" 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