When a baby enters the world, everything changes. Gone are the days of sleeping in and taking long, hot showers. Instead, you now have a small human to care for, and that means you’re in charge of everything, including their oral health. For months, your baby will show off their gummy, adorable smile, but soon enough, that first tooth will burst through the gum line. With this new addition to your child’s smile, you may be asking, “When should I start brushing my child’s teeth?” Let a dental professional explain when and how to care for your infant’s oral health as well as why it’s better to start early.
Along with the start of a new school year comes a lot of routine tasks you’ll be doing day-in and day-out. School pickups and drop-offs, helping with homework, and packing school lunches every day are just a few of them. Since a healthy diet is essential for your child’s dental health and overall well-being, it’s helpful to learn about good dietary choices now to start the year off right from the beginning. With a low-sugar lunch each day, regular checkups with a children’s dentist, and good oral hygiene habits at home, your child can avoid cavities and keep the amount of dental work they need to a minimum. Want to learn more? Keep reading below!