• Brush your child’s teeth twice a day with a small amount of fluoride toothpaste.
• Your child can now use a little more fluoridated toothpaste than before – the size of a pea.
• When purchasing toothbrushes, be sure that they are the correct size for your child. As your child grows, the toothbrush you use should grow too.
• Let your child start learning to brush his own teeth, but be there to help. Due to limits with coordination, children aren’t expected to brush properly until age 6 to 8 years or when they are able to tie their own shoes.
• Ask your baby’s medical doctor or dentist about a simple fluoride application that can be given at the office.
• Limit juice drinks to 4-6 ounces per day to help prevent tooth decay.
• Start flossing your child’s teeth once a day as soon as he/she has two or more back teeth that touch.
• Schedule visits with your child’s dentist.