As adults, we all know that our teeth need regular care. A solid oral hygiene and dental care routine is vital for healthy teeth. The same is true for a child's first teeth, though they are eventually lost to make way for the permanent teeth. The neglect of a child’s milk teeth and general oral health can have serious consequences that might last well into adulthood. Just like vaccinations and health checks, regular dental check-ups are a must-have part of childhood.

 Dental care for baby teeth will begin before your baby’s first tooth comes in. Once your baby is about three months old, gently wipe your baby’s gums using a damp gauze pad every day. This helps the baby prepare for brushing once the primary tooth appears. 

Use a soft toothbrush designed for children under the age of two to clean teeth as soon as the first tooth appears. If your baby doesn’t like the toothbrush in their mouth, keep employing a clean, damp gauze to wipe the front and back of every tooth.

Tips for Toddlers

• Gently rub your baby’s gums with a clean finger.
• Give your baby something to bite on, preferably cold but not frozen.
• Offer your baby mushier foods, which require less chewing.
• Give your baby one thing firm to suck on, sort of a sugar-free treat.

  Care for milk teeth:

Do’s:

• Regular dental visits to establish sensible dental hygiene habits in kids.
• Brush your child's teeth with a small amount of non-fluoride toothpaste.
• Once your kid is 3, use a pea-sized dab of fluoride toothpaste.
• Help them to brush their teeth until he or she can brush them.
• Teach them to brush their teeth for 2 minutes, twice a day, and also how to clean their tongue.  Teach your kids to floss daily.

Don’ts:

• Don’t put your kid to bed with a bottle, as the liquid will pool in the mouth and can cause decay.
• Don’t share spoons or other utensils that might carry bacteria.       Limit the number of sugary drinks in your child’s diet.
• Teach your kid to spit out the toothpaste after brushing.  Avoid overly sweetened treats.

 Taking the correct care of the milk teeth is vital for a child’s oral health. It additionally teaches them the importance of oral hygiene from an early age.

These are some tips that must be taken into account when taking care of milk teeth.

For more information and professional advice, visit us at our clinic, situated at Sushant Lok-1, sectors 56, 66, and 14 in Gurugram. Muskaan Dentals provides the best pediatric care in Gurugram. Contact us at 09494947304 to find out more.