Wednesday, April 26, 2006
CHICAGO -- Tooth decay, even at a young age, may have serious repercussions to a child's long-term health. A recent study found a 16.2% increase in cavities among two- to five-year olds according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Early preventative care is a sound health and also a economic investment. Many parents avoid taking children to the dentist at a young age might be to save money, yet studies show that the dental cost for children who have their first dental visit before age one are 50% lower in the first five years than those who do not see a dentist prior to their first birthday.
"During the 'first-tooth visit,' I check for proper oral and facial development and assess risk factors for early childhood tooth decay," explains Dr. Mary E. Tierney, DDS, MS, founder of City Kids Dental.
Parents want the best for their children, including dental care. Dr. Tierney, with more than ten years experience as a pediatric dentist, is a compassionate dentist that offers her patients a safe and comfortable environment.
Fun Facts:
Regular dental visits help kids stay cavity-free.
90% of all cavities are preventable.
A 1996 survey showed that parents are taking children to the dentist
too late -- a full three years after the pediatric dentist
Recommendation. The ADA recommends by age one.
Water fluoridation is still the No. 1 way to prevent tooth decay.
Most cavities occur in places that sealants could have protected.
Children with just a single application of sealants on their back
Teeth had 50% less tooth decay after 15 years than children without sealants.
Early preventative care is a sound health and also a economic investment. Many parents avoid taking children to the dentist at a young age might be to save money, yet studies show that the dental cost for children who have their first dental visit before age one are 50% lower in the first five years than those who do not see a dentist prior to their first birthday.
"During the 'first-tooth visit,' I check for proper oral and facial development and assess risk factors for early childhood tooth decay," explains Dr. Mary E. Tierney, DDS, MS, founder of City Kids Dental.
Parents want the best for their children, including dental care. Dr. Tierney, with more than ten years experience as a pediatric dentist, is a compassionate dentist that offers her patients a safe and comfortable environment.
Fun Facts:
Regular dental visits help kids stay cavity-free.
90% of all cavities are preventable.
A 1996 survey showed that parents are taking children to the dentist
too late -- a full three years after the pediatric dentist
Recommendation. The ADA recommends by age one.
Water fluoridation is still the No. 1 way to prevent tooth decay.
Most cavities occur in places that sealants could have protected.
Children with just a single application of sealants on their back
Teeth had 50% less tooth decay after 15 years than children without sealants.
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