You want your children to brush and floss and to be relaxed during their family dentistry visits - so lay the groundwork today by sharing fun coloring projects, games and more with them. This will help them to see that dentists and hygienists help them stay healthy.

Here’s how to help preschoolers understand the importance of visits to their DentalWorks North Olmsted dentist office.

With preschoolers, you can color with them as you chat about the importance of regular dental health care. Our favorite is the dental health care superhero! Another fun idea uses hardboiled eggs, a can of cola and a toothbrush and toothpaste; try this activity to let your children actually see the results of preventive dental care.

Include game playing as you discuss dental health care with your family.

There are some great games online, including those from:

• the American Dental Association (ADA)
• The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA)
• Dentistry About.com

The best month to search online for terrific dental care resources for the entire family is February: National Children’s Dental Health Month.

National Children’s Dental Health Month has been celebrated for more than 50 years and serves as a key reminder of the importance of healthy teeth and gums.

Even better - your DentalWorks North Olmsted dentist team is here to answer your questions, year round!

Check them out and see which ones would be helpful for your family.

1. Dental sealants : We’ve found that parents really appreciate learning about dental sealants to reduce the likelihood that their children will have cavities. Dental sealants are “painted on” the back teeth of children shortly after their molars and premolars come in; the sealants help protect teeth against decay-causing bacteria. This process will most likely need to be repeated every few years, as part of your child’s ongoing dental health care.
2. Tooth colored fillings : If your child does have a cavity, then ask about using tooth colored fillings to fill in the hole created by the cavity. Tooth colored fillings match your child’s teeth in both color and texture and are therefore much less noticeable.
3. Invisalign braces, the “invisible braces” : Pre-teens and teens who need braces can be reluctant to have them because of the way they change their appearance. So, consider Invisalign braces, which are nearly invisible braces that correct orthodontic issues without significantly changing the pre-teen’s or teen’s appearance. It isn’t uncommon for others to not even notice Invisalign braces. Please check with your dental professional to see if this is an option for your child.

These are just some of the family dentistry services that may be new to you. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the DentalWorks North Olmsted dentist office at 1-440-734-6500 or post your dental care question below. Thanks!

It’s important to have professional, affordable, family-friendly care - and that’s just what you’ll find at the DentalWorks practices located in the Cleveland area. We’re located inside Sears at the Great Northern Mall near Marshalls and Chick-fil-A on Great Northern Blvd.

In our blog, we will share news about preventive care and other information that will help keep your family’s teeth and gums healthy.

If you would like to make an appointment or if you have questions about our office or our location, please call 1-440-734-6500 . You can also request a dental care appointment online.

At DentalWorks, you can count on the following dental health care specialties at your North Olmsted dentist office.

Dental care services include:

• Affordable Family Dentistry , including exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, fillings, sealants and root canals
• Dental Crowns & Dental Bridges , including porcelain to metal, all ceramic and porcelain to gold
• TrueSmile™ Dentures
• TrueSmile™ Partials , including acrylic, cast metal and flexible partials
• Cosmetic Dentistry , including in-office and at-home teeth whitening, dental bonding, dental veneers and tooth colored fillings
• Orthodontics & Orthodontic Braces
• Periodontics
• Dental Implants

If you have any questions about the dental health care available at your North Olmsted dentist, please leave a comment below or call us at 1-440-734-6500.

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