For over two decades, Pedodontic Associates has offered the best pediatric dentistry to families on the islands of Oahu and Maui. This highly accredited, award-winning pediatric dentistal practice specializes in providing superior dental services and preventative care for babies, kids, and teenagers. When your children are due for a biannual teeth cleaning, the friendly and caring staff at Pedodontic Associates will make sure that the experience brightens their smiles and teaches them how to keep their teeth healthy in the long term.

You can also play a significant role in teaching your children about how to care for their teeth. Here are some useful tips for how to explain tooth decay to them:

• Use Examples: The best way to teach your child a concept is through an example he or she can relate to. For example, you can explain that if people do not brush or floss their teeth, then “sugar bugs” will eat the excess food on their teeth, which causes little holes.
• Include Visuals: Use a diagram to illustrate each layer of a tooth, including things like enamel, pulp, and roots. If a child can visualize a tooth’s anatomy, then he or she will have a better idea about how cavities form.
• Try An Experiment: Try the classic “egg in vinegar” experiment to show how the acids in plaque can weaken tooth enamel.
• Let Your Child Be The Teacher: After you’ve explained tooth decay to your child, have him or her teach it to you to help solidify the information in his or her mind.

For the best pediatric dentists on Oahu and Maui, look no further than Pedodontic Associates. To schedule an appointment, call their Pearlridge office at (808) 487-7933, their Kahala office at (808) 735-1733, or their Maui office at (808) 877-0066. Be sure to visit their website for more information about pediatric dentistry and dental care.