Back to School, Back to Healthy Smiles!
Summer vacation may have come and gone, but it’s always nice to get back into a routine! Now’s the time to remind your children to go to bed on time, maintain a well-balanced diet and to keep up with their oral hygiene routine!
Oral Health This School Year
Even though smiles are covered with face masks this school year, it’s still important to take proper care of your oral health! Oral hygiene is especially important for those currently undergoing orthodontic treatment as they are more susceptible to tooth decay. Make sure everyone in your household brushes their teeth before leaving for school and again before bedtime. If someone in your home has braces, remind them that they need to brush and floss after every meal!
Another way to make sure your child’s smile stays healthy this school year is to complete all routine appointments with healthcare professionals. The Canadian Association of Orthodontists recommend that all children visit an orthodontist around the age of seven years old. The back-to-school season is the perfect time to check in on your child’s oral health before schedules start to fill up later this fall!
Why It’s Important For Children To Visit An Orthodontist
Although your child’s smile might seem to be aligned, it’s still important to book them a checkup with one of our orthodontic specialists. Even if your child is over the age of eight, it’s ever too late to take control of their oral health! The reason why it’s recommended that kids see an orthodontist at such a young age is because certain problems are easier to fix. If there’s an issue with your child’s oral development while they’re still growing, an orthodontist can intervene with treatment before the problem becomes worse.
Early orthodontic treatment can reduce or even eliminate the need for orthodontic treatment later in life. At Braces Plus, we’re offering FREE orthodontic consultations so there’s nothing holding you back from making sure your child’s smile stays aligned and healthy!
Bring Your Child To An Orthodontist In Airdrie, Alberta
Dr. Hazem Eimar and our orthodontic team would love to help with your child’s smile this school year! Our patients benefit from our extended operating hours with more appointment times, flexible financing, directing billing to insurance and a premium location! Click here to book your free consultation today! When you come in, feel free to ask about our offerings such as clear braces, metal braces and Invisalign in Airdrie, Alberta!