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You may know that the food your child eats – like candy and soda -- affects their dental health. Did you know that your child’s eating habits can contribute to cavities? Here are some healthy eating habits that can help keep your kiddo’s little chompers healthy and strong.

  • Stick foods like candy, raisins, organic fruit strips, and gummy vitamins stick to teeth and are difficult to wash away. Avoid these foods or brush your child’s teeth after eating these favorites.
  • Eating habits, like how often kids eat, can affect tooth health. Kids should snack no more than three times a day.
  • Baby food in pouches are often high in sugar and are more likely to sit on a child's teeth before being washed away. Dr. Francisco Ramos-Gomez, director of the UCLA Center for Children's Oral Health, recommends skipping these on-the-go options1

Find out what other small steps your can help your child take to maintain a healthy, happy smile. Give us a call today to schedule your child’s next visit!

https://www.latimes .com/california/story/2023-10-27/california-kids-tooth-decay-dental-issues

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