Tip 7
Fluoride is essential for developing healthy teeth and gums during childhood. If your water supply doesn’t contain fluoride, talk to your dentist about getting a fluoride supplement.
Tip 6
Sealants are a simple and inexpensive way to prevent childhood dental decay and cavities and can be applied to all your child’s molars in a single visit.
Tips #5
Take your child for his or her first visit to the dentist when the first tooth appears, and definitely no later than 12 months of age.
Tips #4
If you’re planning to eat sugar, eat it immediately after a meal. Your mouth produces extra saliva during meals that can wash sugar off teeth surfaces.
