It is very important for adolescents to take care of their teeth. Good adolescent oral health can prevent a variety of dental issues. According to the American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA), teenagers face unique challenges that younger children do not.
From age 6 onward, children experience significant dental changes: they lose their first baby teeth and make room for permanent teeth. Around age 6, your child will begin losing their baby teeth to make way for permanent teeth. Tooth loss typically continues until about ages 12 to 14. Meanwhile, permanent teeth will begin erupting — a process that can extend over several years.
From ages 4 to 6, your child’s mouth begins preparing for the next stage of development: the arrival of permanent teeth. Understanding what is happening at this stage is important.
Between ages 2 and 4, your child’s dental development continues to evolve: molars erupt and new eating habits can influence their oral health.
During your child’s first two years, they will likely develop all of their primary (baby) teeth, making this a critical period for establishing good dental care habits.
Many parents wonder when they should consider bringing their kids to see an orthodontist. Today our network of dentists and orthodontists provides you with insights and advice about what signs to watch for and how early orthodontic treatment can benefit children's health.
Here, we explain the ins and outs of family dentistry and how dentists can help kids, teens, adults and seniors keep their smiles healthy.
An individual's lifestyle, dental and medical history can influence their risk of dental emergencies as they age. Here, we explain who's most at-risk for a dental emergency and how they can be mitigated.
People have different dental needs at different stages of life. Here are some of the ins and outs of family dentistry and how to help kids, teens, adults and seniors keep healthy smiles.
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