Modern Hygienist - February 2009 - (Page 23) CHILDREN | patients Orthodontics is much less scary than it was even 10 years ago. Kids and teens don’t have to worry about embarrassing braces thanks to Align Technology’s Invisalign (invisalign.com) and its clear retainers. Pediatricians are key partners in establishing the right oral health routines with your smallest patients and their parents. Consider ways to build relationships with doctors in your area and brainstorm ways to share information. Quit putting beauty before safety. Mouth guards and mouth protectors are necessary outside of obvious sports such as football and basketball. Soccer players, gymnasts and even skateboarders also should be fitted for a guard. Role models are huge and parents are natural candidates. Mom and dad should model good homecare habits and start a motivational routine with the kids while they are young and still eager to imitate. Align Technology’s Invisalign Masel’s Doublegard Ready-to-Wear Mouthguard Words matter, so be careful what terms and language you use around young patients. Try to avoid some of the obvious offenders: drill, scaler, etc. Xylitol, a noncariogenic sugar substitute, is found in many gums, toothpastes and other day-to-day products. A step forward in preventive care, the AAPD still recommends further research on its impact on improving children’s oral health. Young adults and teens are probably hesitant to keep their regular appointments at the dental office. Play on their urge to fit in and “be cool” by emphasizing the role you play in beautiful, healthy smiles and, yes, avoiding bad breath. Zoo animals may not be the first things that come to mind when considering children’s oral care, but the Plak Posse Palz (starsmilez.com) make excellent patient education tools. Each pintsized character has a halfsize dentition with four flossable locations. mh Xlear’s Spry Gum The Plak Posse Palz Children’s book by Ms. DemberPaige, available at abcdepress.com. PHOTOS: MICHAEL HITOSHI/DAVE KING/THOMAS BARWICK/GETTY IMAGES February 2009 | modern hygienist 23 http://www.invisalign.com http://www.starsmilez.com http://www.abcdepress.com
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