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Modeling Good Oral Health for Your Child

While many parents may not realize it, the health habits they maintain may heavily influence the health habits of their children.  According to a new study published by the Journal of Dental Research, children pick up some health habits from their parents.  The study found that if mothers that had a cavity, they were twice as likely to have a child with a cavity as well. 

The study supports the idea that a parent cannot just teach a child about good oral health habits but they also must do as they say as far as brushing and flossing. Making sure to schedule regular dental checkups is also important.  Not only can the dentist check for common oral health conditions but by taking your child every six months, the child receives more important oral health modeling.

Parental modeling does not just have an effect on children's social interactions but lifelong health habits as well.  Help your child develop good habits by illustrating good brushing and flossing habits.



Source: http://bestdentistnews.com/2013/04/set-a-good-oral-health-example-for-your-child/

Source: http://www.southridingfamilydentistry.com/531384/2012/08/28/four-tips-for-teaching-your-child-how-to-have-good-oral-hygiene.html



R. Eric Emery, DDS
Smile Station Dental
2901 Dougherty Ferry Rd, Suite 400
St. Louis, MO 63122
(314)821-7100
smilestationdental.com
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