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Dental Care in Babies

Dr.Deepak Dhingra

Dr.Deepak Dhingra Dental Care in Babies

Teeth not only help your child chew and speak properly, but they also save space for your child’s future permanent teeth. Most of the time, a baby tooth remains in your child’s mouth until the permanent tooth underneath it is ready to emerge. Dr.Deepak Dhingra

Dr.Deepak Dhingra

Baby teeth develop while babies are still in the womb. There are 20 lab teeth hidden in the gums of newborns. Most babies start teething between 6 and 10 months.
So the question is how and when you should take care of your child’s teeth and gums. From birth to six months

It is important to take care of the health of the child’s teeth and mouth from birth. Following healthy habits can prevent or reduce tooth decay in babies and children. Dental treatment for baby teeth can begin before the child’s first tooth appears. A few times a day, you can gently wipe the baby’s gums with a clean wet cloth, cotton or gauze. This will help your child prepare for brushing when the first tooth comes.
Never eat while sleeping. When the child sleeps, there is less saliva in the mouth to protect the teeth. If the baby falls asleep with the bottle, the milk can slowly drip into the baby’s mouth and wet the teeth. The sugar and carbohydrates in it cause tooth decay, which causes baby bottle cavities. So after each feeding, carefully wipe the baby’s gums. 6-12 months

Babies usually start teething between four and six months. His gums may be red and swollen, and his saliva may increase. Give your child a clean teether or a cold, wet washcloth to relieve these symptoms. The cold temperature is soothing, so you can cool the ring if you want. Continue to clean your baby’s gums after feeding. As soon as the teeth arrive, they can be cleaned twice a day – in the morning and before going to bed. You can start with a finger brush and gradually move to a small soft toothbrush designed for children. If the child does not like the toothbrush in his mouth, continue to wipe the front and back of each tooth with cotton or gauze.

12-18 months

Only use water on the toothbrush until your child is 18 months old, unless your dentist tells you otherwise.
If your child does not like to brush his teeth, you can try to make brushing more fun by singing songs or letting your child play with some toys. Even a quick brush test is better than nothing, so your child begins to learn that brushing is part of their daily routine.
Lift your child’s lips regularly to check for small white or brown spots on their teeth. those white or brown spots can indicate tooth decay.
Now is the time to book your baby’s first dental appointment for a check-up.

18 months to 5 years:

At 30 months, all the main teeth should be in the mouth. At 2 years, use a toothbrush with fluoride toothpaste (the size of a grain of rice). Brush your child’s teeth in the morning and especially before going to bed. When your child turns 3, brush your child’s teeth with a “pea-sized” amount of fluoride toothpaste using a soft-bristled child’s toothbrush. Teach your child to spit out the toothpaste. Make sure your child does not swallow the toothpaste. Start teaching your child how to brush their teeth. Generally, children need help brushing until they have hand coordination to clean their teeth effectively. Children should be able to brush their teeth unsupervised by the age of six or seven. By age 3, most toddlers should stop using pacifiers and/or thumb sucking. Talk to your dentist if your child continues these habits.

Below are some steps to help you brush or clean your baby’s mouth. The best way to clean your baby’s teeth

1. Place the baby so that you can see his mouth and he feels safe. It can help to sit on the bed or floor with the baby lying with his head on your lap.
2. Hold the baby’s chin in your hands so that his head rests against your body.
3. Lift the baby’s lips upwards to clean the teeth with soft circular movements.
4. Make sure you spend time on the front, back and gum line of each tooth.
5. Store the toothbrush vertically in an open container to allow it to dry.
6. If the teeth have multiple teeth, you can start flossing to remove debris between adjacent teeth.

Although these baby teeth will fall out in time, it is important to take good care of them so that they do not fall out prematurely. Healthy baby teeth mark the position of permanent teeth and help your child learn to chew and pronounce words correctly.

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