Fluorosis

At Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces, we pride ourselves on quality pediatric dental care. That’s why we are available for any dental concerns you may have. This includes your child developing the condition known as Fluorosis. This occurs when a child encounters high amounts of fluoride, altering the appearance of the teeth. You’ll notice white lines or faint streaks on their teeth. Talk to your pediatric dentist in the Phoenix, AZ, area to learn how much fluoride is appropriate for your child’s age.

Your dentist at Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces is experienced with fluoride. This includes knowledge of how much fluoride is normal and what you can do to prevent fluorosis.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding for children ranging from newborn to three-years-old. Breastmilk has all the nutritional value needed for a child. This makes it good for their teeth. Only when your infant’s teeth start to come in should you begin brushing. Never use an amount of toothpaste bigger than a grain of rice.

For children between the ages of three and eight-years-old, dentists recommend brushing twice a day. Make sure to monitor your child so that they don’t use more than a pea-sized amount of toothpaste. Eating or swallowing fluoride products like toothpaste puts them at risk for fluorosis. You shouldn’t have a child younger than six-years-old use mouthwash for this reason. They may end up swallowing the product.

It’s important to note that developing fluorosis isn’t a death sentence. Fluorosis only happens while the teeth are developing under the gums. Once your child’s teeth fully emerge, the chances disappear. Just remember that fluoride is a mineral that occurs in many sources, from dental products to your drinking water.

Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces provide quality pediatric dental care. We have three offices spread across the Phoenix, AZ area. Visit our website to learn more about our services or schedule an appointment. Call 623-232-0749 for our N. 75th Ave office, 480-666-5984 for N. 24th St., and 480-405-4714 for 7th St. and Baseline Rd.