How Can I Prevent Tooth Decay in My Children?

Tooth Decay is entirely preventable through parental awareness and the development of good oral hygiene habits. Make sure you always remove your baby from the breast and/or remove the bottle from his or her mouth when he or she falls asleep. Hold your baby while bottle feeding and always take a bottle filled with milk or juice away from a sleeping child. If your child requires a bottle at bedtime provide a bottle filled with water or try comforting your child with a pacifier or a favorite toy or blanket.

Fluoride has been proven to reduce the incidence of tooth decay. Many municipal water systems supply fluoridated water. However, if your water supply is not fluoridated or contains less than recommended amounts of fluoride - supplements may be necessary for your children. If necessary, the administration of fluoride supplements should begin shortly after birth and continue through the time of eruption of the second permanent molars (approx. 12 years of age). Check with your health care provider to make sure your child is getting the right amount of fluoride.
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