Why is it necessary to treat baby teeth?
It is important to keep baby teeth as long as possible! The primary reason is that baby teeth guide permanent teeth into their correct positions; they also help a child in learning how to speak. 20. How can I get my children to brush their teeth? The best way is to establish a routine: It should become their lifelong habit to brush their teeth before going to sleep at night and in the morning. Start by setting a good example for them yourself! back to top 21. My children never eat any sugar. How can they have so many cavities? Be careful of hidden sugars in bread, potatoes, or even milk that can cause the same sort of decay produced by white sugar. Drinks in a baby bottle — even milk — can cause tooth decay if a baby is allowed to keep the bottle in her mouth for too long a period. You can avoid this decay in infants by carefully cleaning their teeth with a Q-Tip or as they get older with a soft infant toothbrush. 22. When should I bring in my child for his first dental examination?
