Child Dental Tips
Brushing Tips
Start brushing your child's teeth as soon as they come in.
Brush your child's teeth for the first 4 to 5 years until your child seems able to do it alone.
A good teaching method is to have your child brush in the morning and you brush at night until your child masters the skill.
Flossing Tips
Start flossing your child's teeth as soon as they touch each other.
Diet Tips
Avoid high-sugar foods, especially sticky, sweet foods like taffy and raisins. The longer sugar stays in touch with your teeth, the more damage it can do. Don't snack before bedtime. Food is more likely to cause cavities at night because saliva doesn't clean the mouth as well at night.
Cheeses, peanuts, yogurt, milk and sugar-free gum are good for your teeth. They can help clear the mouth of harmful sugars and reduce plaque formation