Children’s Dental Health Month Parents and Guardians: Caring for infant’s gums and children’s teeth should start early. Our motto: it contributes to- “Healthy Teeth – Healthy You!” In the US and Canada Dental Hygienists – suggest these simple tips on caring for your child’s teeth to reduce the risk of oral infection and Early Childhood Caries/cavities [ECC]. With the arrival of the new teeth coming in children’s diet changes to eating more like an adult, and bacteria continue to produce acids and toxins that are harmful to hard and soft tissues in the mouth. • Keep your own teeth and gums as healthy as possible to minimize transmission of strep bacteria. • Develop a routine for cleaning your baby’s mouth. Wipe their mouth and gums using a clean, wet cloth or piece of gauze after each feeding. • Gently clean newly erupted teeth with gauze or a washcloth , or with a small soft toothbrush (no toothpaste) specially desig...