Children's Oral Health
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- Q Should toddlers' diets be changed after their teeth come in?
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The foods that your child eats definitely affect your child's oral health. While your child's gums can be damaged if you do not care for them properly, teeth are especially sensitive to sugary items like candy and juice. After your children's first teeth... Full Answer
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- Q When should I call the doctor about my baby’s teething?
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Diarrhea, rashes and a fever are not normal for a teething baby. If your infant has a fever or diarrhea while teething or continues to be cranky and uncomfortable, call your physician. Full Answer
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- Q How long does teething last?
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Primary teeth, also called to as baby teeth, typically begin to appear when a baby is between age six months and one year. Most children have a full set of 20 primary teeth by the time they are three years old. Full Answer
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- Q Why should my children learn to care for their teeth at a young age?
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Children need strong, healthy teeth to chew their food, speak and have a good-looking smile. The ADA recommends that parents take children to a dentist no later than their first birthday and then at intervals recommended by their dentist. When your... Full Answer
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- Q At what age should my child begin brushing his or her teeth without help?
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Until your child is six or seven years old, continue to brush his or her teeth twice a day with a child’s size toothbrush and a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste and continue to assist with flossing as needed. After that, it’s up... Full Answer
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- Q What are the causes of bad breath (halitosis) in children?
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Bad breath (halitosis) is very common and is an unpleasant condition that can occur in children as well as adults. When children don't brush and floss, particles of food can remain in the mouth collecting bacteria, which can cause bad breath.... Full Answer
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- Q How can I teach my child to brush to prevent gum disease and recession?
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Children should brush for two to three minutes each time. Some hints to help them develop proper brushing habits include putting a timer in the bathroom, using a toothbrush with an attached timer, or playing a song while they brush. Full Answer
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- Q What kinds and amounts of toothpaste are safe for toddlers?
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Teaching your child good oral hygiene habits early can lead to a lifetime of good dental health. As soon as teeth begin to erupt, brush them gently with a child's size toothbrush and water. Once your child is two, begin brushing his or her... Full Answer
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- Q When should I start brushing my child's teeth?
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Begin brushing your child's teeth with a little water as soon as the first tooth appears. If you are considering using toothpaste before the child is 2 years of age, ask your dentist or physician first. Full Answer
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- Q Is teething the reason my baby is crying and drooling more than usual?
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As their teeth erupt, some babies may become fussy, sleepless and irritable, lose their appetite or drool more than usual. Diarrhea, rashes and a fever are not normal for a teething baby. If your infant has a fever or diarrhea while teething or continues... Full Answer
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