Parents and families with concerns about exposure to the novel coronavirus currently circulating throughout the globe often find themselves putting off routine appointments. But, you have good reasons not to delay or avoid your children’s dental visits.
- Postponing Treatment Allows Problems to Build:
A pediatric dentist sees a child right at their early years of life. When problems are ignored the intensity and severity of dental complain MAGNIFIES
A pediatric dentist looks for health concerns or patterns well beyond just the condition of the child’s teeth. They may discuss habits like thumb-sucking or pacifier use as these pertain to tooth formation. They may be able to recommend good nutritious habits and positive hygiene methods parents can apply. And the mouth can even carry indicators of potential issues like asthma, diabetes, and even heart problems.
- Healthy Habits need to be cultivated.
The patterns set for kids when they are young will serve as their habits for many years to come. Visiting a dentist reinforces what parents teach about dental hygiene at home and provide the little one a way to begin their own good hygiene. But an interruption during stressful and distracting times like the pandemic allows bad habits to form and linger.
- Oral Health is equal to total Health
Dental science has shown the link between good oral health and a person’s overall wellness.
Even the severity of COVID infection is less with good oral hygiene. It should be checked regularly to prevent any major issues later on. Populations disproportionately affected by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are also at higher risk for oral diseases and experience oral health and oral health care disparities at higher rates. (https://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2020/20_0266.htm)
- Your Dental visits are safe
Medical professionals know the importance of keeping families safe as they seek medical care. Dentists have worked hard to provide the safest environment possible as well. At our clinic, you will see new protocols designed to minimize any risk of exposure — both for your family as well as for us. (READ OUR COVID SAFE PROTOCOL). We strive to make the clinic as sterile as possible.
- We understand parents need points of contact
Parenting during the pandemic is often a stressful situation for families. Isolation and social distancing take their toll in many ways — including added stress, pressure on friendships and family relations, financial costs, and a lack of needed support. Your kids may not be interacting much with peers and teachers at the moment, and you may not be able to consult with professionals and care providers.
We understand these are some crazy times but be rest assured we are here for you in the best possible way. Schedule an appointment today