{"id":509,"date":"2017-07-06T11:10:32","date_gmt":"2017-07-06T11:10:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/redapplepediatricdentalteam.com\/?p=509"},"modified":"2023-05-08T10:50:42","modified_gmt":"2023-05-08T10:50:42","slug":"time-schedule-first-dental-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/redapplepediatricdentalteam.com\/time-schedule-first-dental-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"When is it Time to Schedule Your First Dental Visit?"},"content":{"rendered":"

It can be confusing to determine when you should take your baby for that first dental visit.<\/h2>\n

\"When<\/p>\n

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, infants should have their\u00a0first dental visit<\/a>\u00a0by their first birthday. Pediatricians also recommend this one-year timeframe. The American Academy of Pediatrics advises that very young children who are at risk for cavities should see a pediatric dentist for the first visit by their first birthday.<\/p>\n

Many new parents are surprised at the idea that dental visits should start so early. However, national research indicates that preschool children are developing an increasing number of cavities, according to national studies. In fact, more than 25% of US American children develop one or more cavities by age four. And, many children experience cavities before age two.<\/p>\n

Benefits to Your Child from Prompt Dental Care<\/h3>\n

In order to prevent cavities during early childhood, it is essential to have a professional determination of your child’s cavity risk level. And, you need to be informed on how to care for your baby’s or toddler’s dental hygiene, use of fluoride, and any dietary issues that can impact your child’s dental health. Other\u00a0information<\/a>\u00a0you need to obtain from your child’s dentist includes the following.<\/p>\n