- Wipe or brush gums even before the first tooth appears.
- First dental visit by age one, or when the first tooth erupts.
- Use a rice-grain sized smear of fluoride toothpaste for children under 3.
- Limit sugary snacks and drinks. Don't let a child fall asleep with a bottle of milk or juice.
Oral Health
Children's dental care
Good habits early make dentist visits easier as kids grow up.
See how this connects to our interactive tooth diagram.