Oral Health Education
Children’s oral care can start during pregnancy, helping to protect your little one’s oral health from the very beginning. Discover more information below by clicking the relevant tab.
Dental care is safe and important during pregnancy. One way to prevent cavities in young children is to improve pregnant women’s oral health. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause pregnancy gingivitis which could lead to periodontitis that includes bone loss. Research also suggests a link between preterm delivery, low birthweight babies and gingivitis.
Morning sickness during pregnancy, when the stomach acid gets in contact with the teeth, it weakens the tooth enamel which increases the risk of cavities in pregnant mothers.
Tip: If you’re having morning sickness, rinse your mouth with 1 tsp of baking soda in a glass of water after you get sick. This helps wash the acid away and keep your tooth’s enamel safe.
Important : Brush your teeth twice with a fluoride toothpaste and floss to maintain a good oral hygiene during pregnancy.
Helpful Links
| Medi-Cal Covers Dental During Pregnancy |
| Medi-Cal Cubre Servicios Dentales Durante el Embarazo |
| Pregnancybrochure.pdf |
| Pregnancybrochure_sp.pdf |
It’s important to take care of babies’ teeth the moment they are born. In order to keep baby’s gum healthy, gently wipe them with a clean, moist washcloth after feeding.
Once their first tooth comes in, start brushing twice a day with a rice-grain sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.
First Birthday: Take your baby to the dentist by their first birthday, to spot early signs of problems.
Helpful Links
It’s the time when children start brushing their teeth on their own. It’s important for parents to observe and ensure they are brushing correctly. Incorporating good oral hygiene from a young age is essential. We can begin by encouraging kids to brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste for two minutes and to floss to remove plaque. Remember, they only need a pea-sized amount of toothpaste.
Helpful Links
| Brushing Techniques and Additional Resources |
| Microsoft Word- Flossing Inst |
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We highly encourage teenagers to brush their teeth twice a day for 2 minutes with a fluoride toothpaste and floss once everyday. It is important for teenagers to lookout for wisdom teeth and continue regular check-ups.
Helpful Links
| Wisdom Teeth | MouthHealthy-Oral Health Information from the ADA |
Adults Helpful Links
| Medi-Cal Has Dental Covered |
Older Adults(55+) Helpful Links
As you grow older it’s important to have good strong teeth, gums, and be pain free to chew food properly and give your body the right nutrition.
Individuals with Disabilities/ Caregivers Helpful Links
| Toothbrushing Positions for Your Child with a Disability |
