A new arrival to the family is often a joyous occasion and can be a big adjustment. There are so many things to learn about your new bundle of joy. Something that isn’t always well known or taught is how to provide good oral hygiene for your little one.
Good oral hygiene practices starts soon after birth. Breastfeeding provides a fantastic source of nutrition for bub but also helps with early facial development. But whether breast- or bottle-feeding cleaning bubs mouth regularly helps set up good habits early. A warm soft cloth to gently wipe out babies’ mouth after feeds is a simple way to build some of those habits.
Once your little
one starts to get some teeth cutting through you can introduce a gentle silicone brush. There are lots of options available, look for something made from medical grade silicone to make sure its safe for your baby. Soft flexible ones can also double as a chew toy to help with teething. You don’t need to use toothpaste initially especially if they aren’t on solids yet.
As their first birthday approaches, its time to think about baby’s first dental visit. Getting in early for exposure to the dental setting, having a ride in the chair and making it a fun experience is a wonderful way to set up a healthy relationship with your family dentist. The first visit is less about trying to do treatment and more about building a positive association with the dentist.
Here at DBAY DENTAL we love seeing kids of all ages and love to build a healthy, positive association with visiting the dentist.
To book an appointment please phone 3203 0162 to speak to our friendly reception team or appointments can be booked online here.