Celebrating Children’s Dental Health Month With Pensacola Kids Dentistry

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children's dental healthFebruary is National Children’s Dental Health Month!

Did you know that the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that a child visit the dentist by age 1 or within six months after the first tooth erupts?

Pensacola Mom Collective is pleased to feature Drs. Allie and Neil Simmons, board-certified pediatric dentists at Pensacola Kids Dentistry.

We have partnered with Drs. Simmons to bring you some important facts about caring for your child’s teeth and establishing a good brushing routine:

  • Starting at birth, clean your child’s gums with a soft cloth and water.

  • As soon as your child’s teeth erupt, brush them with a soft-bristled toothbrush.

  • If they are under the age of 2, use a small “smear” of toothpaste.

  • If they are 2-5 years old, use a “pea-size” amount of toothpaste.

  • Be sure and use an ADA-accepted fluoride toothpaste and make sure your child does not swallow it.

  • When brushing, the parent should brush the child’s teeth until they are old enough to do a good job on their own.

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Dr. Allie and Dr. Neil Simmons with their family.

Doctor Allie and Doctor Neil specialize in children and adolescence with a focus on preventive care to help each child grow a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. Raising a family of their own in Pensacola, they know what you are looking for in a dentist and the importance of finding a practice that not only cares for your children but for your family as well.

To learn more about their practice and schedule your appointment, contact Pensacola Kids Dentistry at 850-549-3656

Click on the image below for a FUN activity and coloring sheet provided by Pensacola Kids Dentistry. The more we encourage brushing, the more our children will enjoy brushing (wink, wink!).

We will have a lot of great tips coming from Dr. Allie Simmons over in our stories on social media today…

 

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