Obviously, it’s up to you to take care of your child’s teeth at infant age. Typically, teeth start to erupt around the sixth month. However, caring for the baby’s teeth should start even before that. The teeth are already there, just hiding beneath the gums. At that stage, what you can do is to gently wipe the gums after feeding using a sterilized, damp washcloth to clean away harmful bacteria. Once the first tooth appears, you should start brushing using an infant toothbrush. If you want to be sure, consult a dentist about the right softness of the bristles. Use fluoride toothpaste about the size of a rice grain, and rinse with water. Once the baby’s teeth touch, you should start flossing.
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