Dental Hygene
Many parents mistakeny assume that baby teeth aren’t important because they are eventually replaced by permanent teeth.In fact,early dental decay not only threatens the underlying secondary teeth,it can cause sever tooth aches. As soon as the first tooth comes in,parents should begin practicing preventive dental hygiene. Babies should not be permitted to fall asleep while nursing or sucking a bottle;this allows milk to pool in the mouth,and the sugar in it can cause extensive tooth decay. Offering a little water at the end of the feeding rinses any remaining milk from the baby’s mouth.The gums and emerging teeth can be gently wiped with the gauze wrapped finger. Sugar is the major cause of childhood tooth decay;avoid offering sugar soft drinks and sweet snacks. A chunk of cheese,a piece of fruit are better alternative that provide important nutrients without harming the teeth.
