Since we are already into 2026, it’s time to take a look at your last year. If you didn’t manage to make it to one or both of your routine biannual checkups, then you could stand to do a little bit better this year, as these visits are vital to your smile success. And when you have a child, they need them too. Even when they still have their baby teeth, it’s important to keep them on track with a qualified oral health professional.
With Dr. Vaughan, DDS, MAGD, AGBD, at Contemporary Dental & Orthodontics in Bellaire, TX, you have someone who truly understands the science behind smiles. Our office is proud to work with patients to help them find a way forward through proactive prevention, restoration that blends in, and more. We also know that your routine biannual checkups are one of the strongest tools at your disposal, so stick to your schedule of cleanings and examinations. They really do make an impact.
Keep everyone on the same schedule. Set up a time for a combined family visit at Contemporary Dental & Orthodontics.
Did You Do Enough In 2025?
It can be tough to find the time as a parent for everything that needs to be done. Unfortunately, bacteria living inside your child’s mouth don’t seem to care about your timeline. They are always trying to cause problems, and they leave behind a harmful buildup called plaque. If this is not removed with regular brushing and flossing, it calcifies into a harder material called calculus, often called tartar.
Bacterial buildup of plaque and tartar puts a smile at risk, regardless of age. So, if your child has started to go a little light on their brushing and flossing, they could be at risk of tooth decay or periodontal disease. Keep them to a consistent schedule of checkups to help them keep a cleaner set of teeth.
Line Your Checkups Up With Theirs
Since the time element of scheduling checkups can be difficult for parents, it’s worth looking at your options. Sometimes, families can see real advantages from scheduling all of their family members on the same day, helping to cut down on travel time. It also helps each member to know that they have received the dental care that they need.
Your child’s next checkup can be a great time to talk about their future, too. Young smiles develop at a rapid pace, so stay on top of their needs with proactive prevention.
Talk Teeth With Bellaire’s Own Contemporary Dental
When you’re due for a visit, bring the little ones along. To find out more about the advantages of scheduling your whole family’s dental visits together, call Contemporary Dental & Orthodontics in Bellaire, TX at (713) 668-9119 today.
