February 15, 2015
Everyone is familiar with Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day. But did you know that February is notable for another reason, too? The American Dental Association has designated all of February as National Children’s Dental Health Month. So, there couldn’t be a better time to make sure your children’s teeth are their healthiest. At Pasadena Family Dentistry, Dr. Kimber Holmes and Dr. Erica Revel practice children’s dentistry with an emphasis on education and prevention for the youngest citizens in Pasadena, TX, and beyond.
When your children are young, the best thing you can do to encourage proper oral health care is show them how you take care of your teeth and gums. Let them watch you brush and floss your teeth, and as they grow and their smiles develop, make brushing and flossing a family activity. There is truth in jest—monkey see, monkey do!
When you bring your children to the children’s dentist Pasadena trusts, we’ll reinforce the good habits you’ve established at home. At a dental checkup—and we’d like to see them every six months just as we do you—we’ll clean their teeth and remove plaque should there be any; we’ll examine their gums for early signs of periodontal disease; and we’ll visually check for signs of tooth decay and take digital x-rays when necessary to find hidden decay.