Dentistry Throughout Childhood (Infographic)

A teething timeline is a valuable tool for parents. It helps parents monitor their child’s dental health progress and ensure it stays on schedule.

Take a look at our infographic highlighting a timeline for a child’s teeth development, along with tips to help parents keep their kids’ dental health progress on track.

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The Pre-Birth Stage

• Schedule regular dental examinations during and after pregnancy
• Consult with a dentist during pregnancy to discuss expectations
• A pregnant mom’s oral health can have a significant impact on baby

0 to 4 Months Old

• Avoid exposing any new teeth to unnecessary sugar
• Breastfeeding can help reduce cavities and help the mouth grow healthy

4 to 6 Months Old

• Wipe a baby’s gums with a damp cloth; this should be done at least twice a day for 2 to 3 seconds at a time
• Schedule a baby’s first pediatric dentist appointment
• Schedule pediatric dentist appointments at least every six months
• Avoid unnecessary sugar and foods that contain high amounts of citric acid
• Separate feeding and sleeping for baby to avoid developing severe cavities
• Avoid nighttime feeding as soon as baby is healthy enough

1 Year Old

• Children should see a pediatric dentist NO LATER than age 1.
• Provide a child with a soft-bristle toothbrush
• Teach a child how to brush properly (usually no toothpaste at this time)
• Show a child how to floss and start helping him or her floss regularly
• Establish oral hygiene best practices and routines

2 to 3 Years Old

• Limit a child’s pacifier use and help him or her overcome any pacifier habits
• Consult with a pediatric dentist about a possible need for additional home care such as using a toothpaste
• Encourage a child to brush his or her teeth at least twice a day
• Visit a pediatric dentist at least twice a year
• Promote regular flossing of a child’s baby teeth

3 to 6 Years Old

• Children should stop all ‘bad’ oral habits (like thumb-sucking) by age 4
• Supervise a child’s oral care as needed
• Offer flossing assistance
• Maintain a bi-annual pediatric dentist appointment schedule
• Schedule an orthodontic screening no later than age 7
• Consult with a pediatric dentist if your child snores or breathes through the mouth

6 to 10 Years Old

• Children should see an Orthodontist NO LATER than age 7
• Provide positive oral health feedback on healthy habits
• Brush and floss at the same time as a child
• Continue bi-annual pediatric dentist visits

10+ Years Old

• Conduct periodic check-ins to monitor a child’s oral health
• Manage bi-annual pediatric dentist appointments
• Schedule any procedures to correct cavities or other oral health issues
• Provide custom mouthguard for all contact sports

The Super Dentists offers out-of-this-world, kids-centered dental care. To schedule an appointment with The Super Dentists, please contact us today at 1 (855) GO SUPER.