If you’re a parent, you probably have no trouble taking your child to the dentist when they have a toothache or if they happen to chip a tooth. While a dentist’s help is always welcome when your child’s oral health is in jeopardy, this isn’t the only time you should see them.
Arguably the most important appointments your child will have with their dentist are preventive, consisting of regular checkups and cleanings. This is because detecting oral health problems early is critical to keeping them manageable. Here’s why that is.
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