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Orange County Dentistry: Tooth Decay and Baby Bottles
Frequent or long-term exposure of a child’s teeth to sugary liquids can cause tooth decay. When the liquids come into contact with the infant’s mouth and gums, the sugars in these liquids feed the bacteria that cause plaque. Furthermore, according to experts in Orange County dentistry, the acid produced by the sugary liquids attack gums and teeth. That’s when tooth decay begins. Even breast fed infants also have a risk of tooth decay if they have prolonged feeding habits. Infants who have had their pacifiers dipped in honey, sugar, or syrup are more likely to be subject to tooth decay.
Dentist in Newport Beach: Baby Tooth Decay Prevention
Don’t allow children to fall asleep right after having milk, formulas, juice or sugary liquids. According todentists in Newport Beach, first clean and massage a baby’s gums to help keep teeth healthy and to assist in teething. Wrap moistened gauze squares or washcloths around your finger when gently massaging baby’s gums and surrounding tissues at least once a day. In addition, consider brushing a child’s teeth with the use of a soft bristled toothbrush and use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste containing fluoride.
Taking a child to a dentist for the first time should be done between 12 to 18 months, according to our Laguna Beach dentist. Water’s the only completely safe liquid for children that will never cause tooth decay. Children should decrease the consumption of sugars in between meals and be weaned from the bottle eventually so that they can drink from a cup.
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