Historically many people have seen children’s oral healthcare as almost optional.  The care of deciduous teeth, otherwise known as baby teeth, was seen as of little importance.  The idea was that they will fall out so the worst case scenario is not all that bad.  This could not be further from the reality of the situation.  Oral healthcare of deciduous teeth and a child’s gums and mouth are extremely important for the health of the permanent teeth as well as the overall health of the child.  Neglecting the proper care can lead to irreparable problems later on and significant costs that are associated.  This blog provides some tips and fundamentals of how to provide the best care of your child’s teeth and oral health. (more…)