Listen "Episode 8: Beyond the Brush: Holistic Oral Health for Kids"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textIn this episode, I’m joined by Bec Holt from Developmental Dental. Bec is an Oral Health Therapist and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist based in Perth, who works with young children to support not just their dental health, but their overall oral function and wellbeing. Bec combines dental treatment with evaluation and therapy for the lips, cheeks, and tongue to help children breathe better and sleep soundly. This episode is a fascinating look at how our oral health and habits impact everyday life, and how early support can make a lasting difference.In this episode, we explore:What Bec’s job role involvesThe importance of flossing your child’s teethCaring for baby teethTips for brushing and flossing your children’s teethExplanation and causes of gingivitisBec’s thoughts on using stainless steel capsAll about hypomineralisationFluoride in drinking water and toothpasteBec’s toothpaste brand recommendationsThe difference between toothpaste and tooth mousseNutritional benefits for dental healthWorking with highly sensitive children in clinicSigns of a tongue tie in breastfeeding babiesDealing with mouth breathing in children Want to know more about me?Visit my websiteBecome a clientExplore my mentoring and program packagesFollow me on InstagramConnect on FacebookGet to know BecFind out more about Bec’s dental servicesFollow Bec on Instagram