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| Children's Teeth |
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Children's teeth begin forming before birth. As early as 4 months,
the first primary, or baby teeth to erupt through the gums are the
lower central incisors, followed closely by the upper central incisors.
Although all 20 primary teeth usually appear by age 3, the pace and
order of their eruption varies.
Oral care should begin soon after baby's birth. Gums should be cleaned
after each feeding. You can begin brushing your child's teeth as soon
as they appear.
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| Permanent teeth begin appearing around
age 6, starting with the first molars and lower central incisors.
This process continues until approximately age 21. Adults have 28
permanent teeth, or up to 32 including the third molars (or wisdom
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| Always clean your infant's gums after feedings.
Wipe gums with a clean, damp cloth or gauze pad. Parents should brush
children's teeth daily with a soft wet toothbrush and a pea-sized
amount of fluoride toothpaste. Schedule a dental visit between 6 and
12 months of age and be sure to supervise your child's brushing to
ensure proper brushing habits. |
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| To prevent nursing bottle
mouth, if you must give your baby a bottle at nap or bed time,
fill it with plain water and not milk, formula or juice.
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Dental sealants can provide a further
layer of protection against cavities. The plastic coating is
painted on the grooved chewing surfaces of the back teeth. |
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| Your dentist may recommend regular fluoride treatments
to strengthen enamel and resist decay. Whenever possible, drink fluoridated
water and always use an ADA-accepted fluoridated toothpaste. |
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