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Mayim Bialik, who portrays Amy Farrah Fowler on the popular sitcom The Big Bang Theory, recently shared some helpful tips about children's dental care on social media.

Parents Should Lead by Example

One great thing that comes from Mayim Bialik is that if parents love going to the dentist, children will love it too! This famous actress and neuroscientist are not afraid to show her teeth on camera or smile big for the camera in interviews. She's even happy to show off her pearly whites in the middle of a scientific talk at a conference!

Her confidence in smiling openly is so great for kids to see and learn from. If kids see their parents smiling and laughing at the dental office, they're more likely to imitate that behavior during their own visits. It may be hard for some adults to remain calm throughout their appointments, but it's important to model good behavior for the kids at home so that they get used to it early on. It's okay for kids to be nervous coming into the office, but they should never feel frightened or scared by the experience. If they do, it's only natural for them to fear the dentist's office in the future. So make sure you're taking them to regular cleanings and exams so that they can get used to being around the office at a young age.

Start Early

Mayim Bialik, who plays Amy on The Big Bang Theory, recently shared that she took her son to the pediatric dentist when he was only one day old! She went on to explain the importance of good dental health habits at an early age. On her website, she even shares some information about babies' first visit. While baby teeth might not be permanent, they can still cause complications if decay becomes severe. Cavities can form, and infection can occur, which could potentially lead to the need for restorative procedures in the future. That is why starting kids off with an early appointment at your family dentistry practice is important!

For infants who are older than six months, the pediatric dentist will clean the teeth and have a conversation with the parents about the care at home. This sort of early intervention can make a significant difference when it comes to your child's dental health. Early detection of cavities can help avoid further problems as the adult teeth start to emerge. If the teeth are healthy, the dentist may advise parents to start bringing their child in every six months for checkups and cleanings.

We are proud to be a family-focused dental practice and look forward to caring for your entire family's needs for years to come! Give us a call today to schedule your child's next cleaning or checkup, and let's work together to keep little smiles healthy and bright!

Please reach out to our dental practice in Mission Viejo, CA, to have a consultation with our dentist, Dr. Lee, or call us at (949) 380-0315 or schedule an online consultation, and we'll guide you further.