Top Recommendations For Back-To-School Oral Health

by Amy Sharp

Back to school is an exciting and stressful time for everyone. It’s a change in routine, sometimes it’s new schools, there’s new supplies, different friends, and more. Dr. Shilpa Chandiwal, founder of local Healthy Teeth Pediatric Dentistry, says, “During this time, it’s easy to lose track of key things such as dental appointments and healthy snack packing. I have two kids of my own. I understand the craziness. To relieve some of that stress, I put together this dental health checklist to ensure your child’s smile is picture-perfect this school year!”

• Schedule a dental examination before school starts. There’s less traffic in the summer, and you won’t have to deal with the stress of potentially missing school for an appointment.

• Include a morning brush and a bedtime brush in your child’s normal school routine.

• Help them floss regularly!

• Allow your child to choose a toothbrush and toothpaste. Giving kids even the least amount of power over their lives can mean the world to them.

• Encourage children to consume plenty of water and avoid sugary beverages.

• Instead of sugary foods, pack healthy snacks like milk, cheese, and fruit.

• Offer fun rewards for developing healthy oral habits!

The team of dentists at Healthy Teeth Pediatric Dentistry includes Dr. Shilpa, Dr. Cindy Hurd, Dr. Chanica Veranunt, Dr. Gail Joiner and Dr. David Lee. Schedule your summer appointment today before the go, go, go of back to school!

Sugar Land

167 Citadel Way, Suite 100

Sugar Land, Texas 77479

713-955-2100

Katy

5300 Ranch Point Drive, Suite #B Katy, TX 77494

713-234-1002 www.healthyteethpediatricdentistry.com

Amy Sharp