The Cavity Prevention Checklist
5 simple habits that prevent 90% of childhood cavities — from the pediatric dentist Cedar Park parents trust. Print it, put it on the fridge, and thank us at your next 6-month checkup.
Brush 2 minutes, twice a day — set a timer
"2 minutes" sounds simple. 96% of kids don't actually do it without a timer. A 2-minute electric toothbrush is the #1 game-changer.
Floss once a day — even if only 2 teeth touch
Cavities between the teeth are invisible to a brush. If any two teeth touch, they need to be flossed. Water flossers work great for kids who hate string floss.
The right amount of fluoride toothpaste
Under 3: rice grain. Ages 3–6: pea size. 7+: normal. Too little = no protection. Too much = white spots. Get this right and it makes a real difference.
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We get asked every day "what should we be doing at home?" This checklist is the exact answer — short, specific, and proven by 10+ years of seeing Cedar Park kids' teeth.
The 2-Minute Rule (Done Right)
Why 2 minutes matters, how to actually get there, and the $30 tool that makes kids do it without being asked.
The One Drink Parents Miss
It's not soda or juice. It's something almost every Cedar Park child drinks every day that quietly causes cavities.
The Bedtime Fluoride Trick
One change to your child's nighttime routine that doubles how effective their toothpaste actually is.
Exact Toothpaste Amounts by Age
Too little = no protection. Too much = white spots. The right amount changes by age and most parents don't know it.
Flossing That Actually Gets Done
Three techniques for different ages and temperaments — including the water flosser trick for kids who refuse string.
When to See Us Between Checkups
The 5 signs that mean call us now — not at the next scheduled visit. Print this part and put it on the fridge.
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