Many people
believe that since baby teeth fall out that they're not important.
However, this is very inaccurate. Baby teeth create a strong basis
for healthy permanent teeth. When you help to teach your child how
important oral health is, they will carry on that mentality for the
rest of their lives.
When your child is
teething they may experience sore gums. This is completely normal.
Your baby may become irritated which can contribute to problems
sleeping and digestion. There are plenty of remedies you can try to
sooth your child's pain. Teething rings that are made of soft
material and can be cooled in the fridge are a great choice. A gentle
pain reliever may be used as well to help decrease the pain.
The front teeth
start to appear around 6-12 months of age. Throughout the next two
years the rest of the baby teeth will grow in. When your child turns
three all of their baby teeth will be showing. This is twenty teeth
in total.
As we all know
sugar is your mouth's worst enemy. For strong oral health monitor the
amount of sugar your child is ingesting. Provide foods for your child
that will contribute positively to their overall development and
growth.
Avoid bottle
feeding your child sweet or sugary drinks. If you're going to give
your baby fruit juice dilute it with water first.
Remember to have
your child see a dentist by their first birthday. To book an
appointment at Woodbridge Kids Dentistry click here!
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