{"id":556,"date":"2019-04-28T02:53:47","date_gmt":"2019-04-28T06:53:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woowangdental.com\/blog\/?p=556"},"modified":"2026-03-23T12:54:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T16:54:17","slug":"healthy-smiles-for-alfonso-ribeiro-and-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woowangdental.com\/blog\/healthy-smiles-for-alfonso-ribeiro-and-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>If there&#8217;s anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of <em>America&#8217;s Funniest Home Videos, <\/em>it&#8217;s the time he gets to spend with his family: his wife Angela, their two young sons, and Alfonso&#8217;s teenaged daughter. As the proud dad told <em>Dear Doctor\u2013Dentistry &amp; Oral Health<\/em> magazine, &#8220;The best part of being a father is the smiles and the warmth you get from your children.&#8221;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\">\r\n<figcaption><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Because Alfonso and Angela want to make sure those little smiles stay healthy, they are careful to keep on top of their kids&#8217; oral health at home\u2014and with regular checkups at the dental office. If you, too, want to help your children get on the road to good oral health, here are five tips:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Start off Right<\/strong>\u2014Even before teeth emerge, gently wipe baby&#8217;s gums with a clean, moist washcloth. When the first teeth appear, brush them with a tiny dab of fluoride on a soft-bristled toothbrush. Schedule an age-one dental visit for a complete evaluation, and to help your child get accustomed to the dental office.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Teach Them Well<\/strong>\u2014When they&#8217;re first learning how to take care of their teeth, most kids need a lot of help. Be patient as you demonstrate the proper way to brush and floss\u2026over and over again. When they&#8217;re ready, let them try it themselves\u2014but keep an eye on their progress, and offer help when it&#8217;s needed.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Watch What They Eat &amp; Drink<\/strong>\u2014Consuming foods high in sugar or starch may give kids momentary satisfaction\u2026but these substances also feed the harmful bacteria that cause tooth decay. The same goes for sodas, juices and acidic drinks\u2014the major sources of sugar in many children&#8217;s diets. If you allow sugary snacks, limit them to around mealtimes\u2014that gives the mouth a chance to recover its natural balance.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Keep Up the Good Work<\/strong>\u2014That means brushing twice a day and flossing at least once a day, every single day. If motivation is an issue, encourage your kids by letting them pick out a special brush, toothpaste or floss. You can also give stickers, or use a chart to show progress and provide a reward after a certain period of time. And don&#8217;t forget to give them a good example to follow!<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Get Regular Dental Checkups<\/strong>\u2014This applies to both kids and adults, but it&#8217;s especially important during the years when they are rapidly growing! Timely treatment with sealants, topical fluoride applications or fillings can often help keep a small problem from turning into a major headache.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><br \/>Bringing your kids to the dental office early\u2014and regularly\u2014is the best way to set them up for a lifetime of good checkups\u2026even if they&#8217;re a little nervous at first. Speaking of his youngest child, Alfonso Ribeiro said &#8220;I think the first time he was really frightened, but then the dentist made him feel better\u2014and so since then, going back, it&#8217;s actually a nice experience.&#8221; Our goal is to provide this experience for every patient.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><br \/>If you have questions about your child&#8217;s dental hygiene routine, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mybestdentalcare.com\/contact.html\">call the office<\/a> or schedule a consultation. You can learn more in the <em>Dear Doctor<\/em> magazine article \u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/www.deardoctor.com\/library\/51938\/?&amp;issue=issue20&amp;startid=48\">How to Help Your Child Develop the Best Habits for Oral Health<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If there&#8217;s anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America&#8217;s Funniest Home Videos, it&#8217;s the time he gets to spend with his family: his wife Angela, their two young sons, and Alfonso&#8217;s teenaged daughter. &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/woowangdental.com\/blog\/healthy-smiles-for-alfonso-ribeiro-and-family\/\">Continued<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[4],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v19.13 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family - 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