{"id":24,"date":"2018-11-10T04:05:53","date_gmt":"2018-11-10T04:05:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/?p=24"},"modified":"2019-05-01T04:08:54","modified_gmt":"2019-05-01T04:08:54","slug":"pediatric-dentist-in-new-britain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/10\/pediatric-dentist-in-new-britain\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Pediatric Dentist in New Britain Says Don\u2019t Let Your Kids Do This"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/boy-blonde-hair-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"young boy smiling with blonde hair\" class=\"wp-image-25\" width=\"318\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/boy-blonde-hair-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/boy-blonde-hair-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/boy-blonde-hair-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 318px) 100vw, 318px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As a parent, you\u2019re always concerned about your child\u2019s well-being.\nThus, you take whatever precautions are necessary to protect them. When it\ncomes to their oral health, though, your pediatric dentist in New Britain says\nthey may have some habits that are detrimental to their wellness. By being\nbetter informed, you can help to prevent dental health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Habit #1 \u2013 Fingernail Biting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it may seem harmless, biting fingernails can lead\nto a dental emergency. That\u2019s because the enamel (the hard, outer part of the\nteeth) isn\u2019t designed to bite into something as hard as fingernails. Thus,\nrepeatedly doing so can cause a tooth to crack, which can be painful and can\nleave the sensitive inner parts of the tooth exposed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another problem with fingernail biting is there is a chance\nof scratching the gums and causing an infection, which can morph into a greater\nissue by spreading to other parts of the mouth and throughout the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Habit #2 \u2013 Not Wearing a Mouthguard for Sporting Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your children are active in sports, then there is always\nthe chance of a collision and trauma to the mouth. A mouthguard helps to absorb\nsome of the impact to prevent a tooth from dislodging or a gum laceration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Failing to take this precaution then leaves your children\nsusceptible to an unnecessary injury, pain and lost time while recovering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Habit #3 \u2013 Eating Hard Candy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating hard candy can be problematic for the following\nreasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Longer\nexposure to sugar <\/strong>\u2013 When your children leave sugar-laden candy in their\nmouths for prolonged periods of time, their teeth are bathed in a harmful,\nacidic solution that can cause rapid decay.<\/li><li><strong>Possibility\nof breaking teeth <\/strong>\u2013 Another issue with hard candy is that when it is bitten\ninto, it can break a tooth. Ideally, human teeth should be used to bite into\nsubstances softer than the enamel.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Habit #4 \u2013 Using Teeth as Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may have noticed your children using their teeth to pry\nopen packages to get to their favorite snack or toy. If so, you should address\nit immediately because it can lead to a dental emergency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The issue here is that when the teeth are used in this\nmanner, they improperly grind against each other similar to what happens when a\nperson is suffering from bruxism (teeth grinding). As a result, the enamel can\nbecome prematurely worn and leave them vulnerable to a dental emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By being mindful of these pitfalls and reminding your\nchildren to avoid them, you can save yourself a headache and prevent them from\nexperiencing any unwanted pain and suffering. To get help with protecting your\nlittle one\u2019s oral health, reach out to your children\u2019s dentist in New Britain\nto schedule a visit today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Moe Beydoun is a graduate of Boston University, and he has also received a Master\u2019s in Biology. He uses his vast educational background and years of experience to ensure children enjoy the absolute best in dental care at Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a parent, you\u2019re always concerned about your child\u2019s well-being. Thus, you take whatever precautions are necessary to protect them. When it comes to their oral health, though, your pediatric dentist in New Britain says they may have some habits that are detrimental to their wellness. 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