Early oral health practices are crucial for preventing dental issues in both baby and adult teeth.

In this episode, Dr. Ashley Lerman, a pediatric dentist and founder of Firstgrin, discusses the crucial role of early oral health practices for children, starting during pregnancy, and how her digital healthcare platform is designed to make maternal oral care engaging and accessible. Somehow, many people believe the harmful myth that baby teeth don’t matter, but poor oral health in baby teeth can affect adult teeth. Throughout this conversation, Dr. Lerman emphasizes the need for early intervention to prevent oral health issues that can impact both baby and adult teeth and underscores the benefits of their app, the Oral Care Companion, which provides valuable information and tools to help families maintain good oral health. She also stresses the importance of educating parents, especially those on Medicaid, and making preventive care more accessible. 

Tune in and learn how early oral health habits can lead to a healthier future for your child!

Resources:

• Connect with and follow Dr. Ashley Lerman on LinkedIn and Instagram.
• Follow Firstgrin on LinkedIn and Instagram and explore their website!
• Check out Time’s article, The Rise of a New Kind of Parenting Guru

Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.

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