Babies usually get their first tooth between six months of age, and the time of their first birthday. This is a major milestone in their development. For one thing, it’s time to bring them in to Smile Center for Kids in Sunland and Edgemere TX for their very first dental checkup.
New parents are sometimes surprised to learn that tooth decay can actually begin with that first tooth. Infant oral care should actually begin even before the first tooth emerges. It doesn’t take much at that early stage. All you need to do is wipe out the inside of the mouth with a warm wet cloth.
Early Dental Care
At that first visit to the dentist, we can give you tips about the best ways to care for your baby’s teeth. The instructions will vary somewhat from baby to baby, but generally, all you need to do with the first few teeth is gently brush them with a soft pediatric toothbrush. Toothpaste isn’t necessary at this point.
Another developmental milestone will come when there are two teeth right next to each other. It’s okay to floss before then, and can help get the baby used to it. Once teeth are touching, it becomes more important to floss. This is due to the same reason as adults: food debris can accumulate between teeth, and brushing isn’t enough to remove it.
When kids are young, brushing teeth can be a family affair. It really helps when kids see that good dental health is important to you, their parent. That goes with regular checkups at Smile Center for Kids in Sunland and Edgemere TX, too. People from El Paso, Anthony, Socorro, Horizon City, and Canutillo come to us for pediatric and family dentistry. Contact us today!
Contact Smile Center for Kids (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1050 Sunland Park Drive, Ste B200
El Paso, TX 79922
915-213-120012801 B Edgemere Blvd, Ste 112,
El Paso TX 79938
915-493-6310