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February
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Children’s Dental Health Month
Parents and Guardians:
Infants and Children- caring for your child’s teeth
to reduce the risk of oral infection…
In
the US and Canada Dentist and 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].
Our motto: It
contributes to- “Healthy Teeth – Healthy You!”
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 designed for baby teeth.
• Keep
non-nutritious, sugary fruit punches and other drinks out of baby
bottles.
• If
you do use a bottle or sip cup at naptime during the day or at bedtime, avoid
juices, milk or formula, as all of these contain some amount of sugar. Use
plain water instead.
• Reduce
the frequency of nighttime feedings. Frequent feeding at night, when
saliva flow is at its lowest, increases the risk of ECC. The pooling of any
liquid (except water) around teeth at night also increases the risk.
• If
your baby uses a soother, check its packaging and shape to ensure it has an
orthodontic design, which will help prevent teeth from moving. The best
ones are nipple-shaped, keep baby’s lips closed and encourage natural breathing
through the nose.
• Never
dip soothers in anything sweet; honey is one of the worst offenders.
• If
your baby is on liquid medication (usually sweetened for taste), rinse and
brush their mouth with clear water immediately after the medication is
given.
• Check
for early warning signs of ECC by lifting up baby’s lips. White,
chalky teeth signal a mild case; brown or black-stained teeth and erosion
indicate a more serious case. Contact your dental hygienist immediately.
Note: Early Childhood Caries (ECC),
formerly known as nursing bottle caries, baby bottle tooth decay,…
• Gradually
introduce foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables to the diet. These
foods, which require hard or long chewing, cause saliva to flow, which removes
the acid and returns cavity-protecting calcium to the teeth.
Resource:
Ada.org
Children Dental Health Month - ada /en/public-programs/national-childrens-dental-health-month
Find more information at www.cdho.org
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