Baby teeth may be small, but they're important. They act as placeholders for adult teeth. Without a healthy set of baby teeth, your child will have trouble chewing and speaking clearly. That's why caring for baby teeth and keeping them decay-free is so important.
Having healthy baby teeth will help your child grow strong permanent teeth. Baby teeth are much smaller and have thinner enamel than permanent teeth, so they are more vulnerable to bacteria and cavities. Without proper daily dental hygiene, cavities spread quickly in baby teeth. Cavities in baby teeth can develop an infected abscess at the root, causing serious damage to the gums and permanent teeth close by. When you are taking care of your child’s baby teeth, you are really taking care of their permanent teeth as well.
Avoid giving your child fruit juices, sodas, and other sugary drinks. Sweet drinks-even milk can settle on the teeth. This can lead to baby tooth decay, also known as "baby bottle tooth decay." Bacteria feed on the sugar from sweet drinks and produce acid, which attacks baby's teeth.
If you must send your baby to bed or naps with a bottle or sippy cup, fill it with water only. Also avoid putting anything sweet, such as sugar or honey, on your baby's pacifier.
Regular check-ups and cleanings in a kid friendly dentist office can help your kids to have good oral hygiene. A local pediatric dentist can help you with the important information you should know to keep your kids’ teeth healthy.
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