School vacations require attention to oral health

According to dentist Rosane Menezes Faria, even with the break of the routine, it is necessary to keep the attention with the oral care of the little ones. A long-awaited occasion for children, the vacation period is synonymous with the absence of the right times to sleep and wake up, as well as the time for many games, walks, travel and physical activities. However, for parents, there is concern about how to prevent this euphoria from hindering the maintenance of their children's oral health.

According to the expert, even with the break of the routine, it is necessary to keep the attention with the oral care of the little ones. “During this period, sweet and fatty foods are more accessible, either indoors or during the trip. Because of this, it is essential to pay more attention when children brush their teeth, especially at night, ”he says.

Dental floss and feeding

She also points out that the cleaning of the mouth is not only solved by tooth brushing, but also by daily flossing with direct guidance of those responsible for the child. "It is worth noting that it is not necessary to prohibit the intake of sweets and fatty foods, but to limit this consumption and introduce more fruits and vegetables in the diet, as these act as "scrapers," helping to clean teeth."

Oral Care Kit and Dentist Visit

Because of the tours performed during the period and which can last an entire day, the expert's advice is to carry an oral hygiene kit in the bag so that brushing can be done even outside the home. According to the professional, another important tip is to take time off to schedule a dentist appointment and perform a complete checkup, thus avoiding possible complications before returning to daily activities. "Don't wait for your child to have a problem taking you to the dentist."

Finally, it is important that all care is maintained not only on vacation, but throughout the year. “Whether on vacation or during school, it is important to always keep oral hygiene up to date to have healthy teeth and gums,” concludes Rosane.

Source: Odonto Empresa. Available at: https://odontoempresas.com.br/ferias-escolares-exigem-atencao-com-a-saude-bucal/. Access on: 06/29/2020.
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