A balanced diet helps avoid possible diseases in our teeth and gums at any age., but in the case of children it is more important, since they are in a stage of life where growth and development is total.
Child oral development
From the moment a baby is born, it is constantly changing and growing.. Childhood is the most important stage of our lives, since it is the moment where the person is formed, take customs, create a personality and, of course, it develops.
Breastfeeding is the first step of evolution that is experienced. The development of the maxillofacial muscles and the jaw itself is stimulated, since muscles are used to suck food. At the same time, development occurs in the language.
Such sucking action during milk intake helps in the formation of the palate and mouth., molding it appropriately. This is directly related to the alignment of the teeth because breastfeeding, either maternal or through bottles, contributes to its proper maturation and future growth.
Can parents help the mouth formation process be correct??
It can help with the intake of certain foods, but we cannot change our mouth radically.
First of all, when the baby leaves the breastfeeding phase, It is essential to start a diet based on solid foods, always under the recommendation of our pediatrician. You cannot be afraid of the child chewing and you cannot get him used to eating purees and soups constantly., since we will cause a totally negative effect on its growth. Some examples are: chopped fruit, bread crust, pollo…
As you get older, you should pay special attention to the food you give to the little ones in the house., avoiding the entire coast:
- Sugary drinks: Do not exceed the intake of artificial juices, drinks with a lot of sugar, flavored smoothies…
- Cookies and cakes: especially when they are industrial. A healthy and delicious alternative are oatmeal and banana cookies, tasty and healthy!
- Nuts: because of their risk of choking and because they tend to stick to the teeth
- sugary sweets: cause the appearance of problems such as cavities
A healthy diet and good habits should be instilled in children, since due to their cognitive development they are at an age to learn and maintain habits that, if they are good, will be tremendously beneficial for the rest of their lives..
In any case, Find out directly from the professionals at clinical Microdental. Your smile is our goal.
