{"id":99,"date":"2020-02-07T15:29:18","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T15:29:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jasonandkathydds.com\/blog\/?p=99"},"modified":"2025-07-31T20:57:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T20:57:21","slug":"westmont-family-dentist-healthy-habits-optimum-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clarendonhillsdental.com\/blog\/westmont-family-dentist-healthy-habits-optimum-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Habits for Your Family\u2019s Optimum Oral Health"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Did you know that tooth decay is the number one most common chronic childhood disease? In fact, recent studies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that over 90% of adults have had a cavity in their lifetime. With such high numbers, what can you do to protect your family\u2019s smiles and oral health? Here are some tips from your Westmont family dentist<\/a> on how to instill healthy habits in your loved ones that last a lifetime.<\/p>\n

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Introduce Them to Their Dentist Early<\/h2>\n

Many parents delay their child\u2019s first dental appointment until they have a toothache or cavity, which makes it much more difficult for the dentist to make a positive first impression. Introducing your son or daughter to all the new sights, sounds, and friendly faces of their dentist\u2019s office before they experience any dental issues will allow them to associate oral health care with good memories. This will help them feel more relaxed in the dentist\u2019s chair and more likely to continue getting regular dental checkups as they grow.<\/p>\n

Caring for Your Child\u2019s Smile as They Grow<\/h2>\n

Each stage of your child\u2019s development requires special care to protect their precious smile:<\/p>\n