Your children’s teeth determine the appearance of their smile, and they are important for speech, eating and health. Permanent teeth, which begin to erupt around the age of 6, are intended to serve us for many years.
Below is advice for maintaining dental health:
Eat Healthy - It is important to eat varied foods from all food groups
- It is recommended to restrict as much as possible the consumption of sugar-rich foods, as these foods create the conditions for the formation of dental caries.
Drink Water - Tap water is healthy and tasty
- It is recommended to restrict the consumption of sweet beverages, including fruit juice. Sweet beverages contribute to obesity and cause damage to the teeth.
Brush your teeth twice daily - in the morning and in the evening before going to sleep
- Tooth brushing should be commenced from the first tooth, using a soft toothbrush with a small head, or moistened gauze.
- From the age of two years, it is recommended to begin using toothpaste that contains fluoride at an age-appropriate concentration (children’s toothpaste).
- A small amount of toothpaste should be placed on the toothbrush, and the child should be supervised while brushing, or helped to brush efficiently.
- From the age of 6 and over, adult toothpaste should be used.
Be examined by a dentist annually- An examination by a dentist once per year is included in the basket of health services for children up to the age of 12, free of charge.
- The dentist will also be able to recommend a fluoride supplement in case the child is at increased risk for caries.
Treat dental problems on time - do not delay dental treatment
- Small problems, that require simple treatment, can become complicated if no treated.
- Dental treatment for children up to the age of 12 are included in the basket of health services.
