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在预防龋齿方面，以下哪项措施可能是必要的？
在6岁后可使用含氟漱口水
哪项措施是儿科医生在促进儿童口腔健康方面发挥重要作用的示例？
评估龋齿风险因素
怎样可以显著提高孩子维持健康牙齿和避免后来生活中昂贵且痛苦的并发症的机会？
定期就医并保持良好卫生习惯
在没有足够氟化物水平的社区供水的情况下，以下哪项可能会被推荐？
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下列哪项不是儿科医生在促进儿童口腔健康中的重要作用之一？
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什么对于儿童口腔保健是至关重要的？
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为什么需要定期清除牙齿表面的菌斑？
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最常见的儿童慢性疾病是什么？
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什么有助于防止龋齿的发生？
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在多久应该带孩子去看一次牙医？
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什么需要家长最初协助孩子完成，直到孩子大约10岁可以独立完成？
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Oral Care for Children and Dental Hygiene
Background
Oral health plays a crucial role in a child's overall well-being. Poor dental health can negatively impact a child's growth, communication skills, and self-esteem. Dental decay is indeed the most common chronic childhood disease, surpassing asthma in frequency. Despite increased dental visits and efforts to improve access to care, disparities persist, particularly affecting underserved populations.
Oral Care for Children
Good oral health starts early. For infants, cleaning the gums with a damp cloth after feedings is recommended. Once teeth appear, brushing with a soft toothbrush using fluoride toothpaste (a smear for children under 3 years old) is essential. As children grow older, they should brush twice daily, floss once daily, and visit the dentist regularly - usually between every three months to once a year.
Dental Hygiene
Dental hygiene involves maintaining proper oral cleanliness. Plaque, which is a sticky film of bacteria on teeth surfaces, can lead to cavities and gum diseases if not removed regularly through brushing and flossing. Fluoride, either from drinking water or topical application like toothpaste, strengthens tooth enamel and helps prevent decay. While it's initially recommended that parents assist their children with these tasks, eventually children become capable of performing them independently around age 10.
Fluoride Treatments and Supplements
Fluoride treatments applied by dentists or pediatricians, as well as fluoride-containing mouthwashes prescribed after age 6, can further enhance caries prevention. In some cases where community water supplies lack sufficient fluoride levels, supplementation may be necessary.
Pediatrician's Role
Pediatricians play a vital role in promoting oral health in young patients. They can assess risk factors, provide anticipatory guidance about dietary habits, advocate for policy changes, and ensure consistent communication with dentists regarding individual patients' needs.
In conclusion, oral care for children and dental hygiene are essential components of a child's overall health. Starting early and establishing proper habits, along with regular dental visits, can greatly improve a child's chances of maintaining healthy teeth and avoiding costly and painful complications later in life.
