Even though they are temporary, your child's baby teeth are important, and are still susceptible to cavities. Tooth decay in infants an...
Even though they are temporary, your child's baby teeth are important, and are still susceptible to cavities.
Tooth decay in infants and toddlers is often referred to as Baby Bottle Tooth Decay, or Early Childhood Caries.
Children need strong, healthy teeth to chew their food, speak and have a good-looking smile.
Their first teeth also help make sure their adult teeth come in correctly.
It’s important to start infants off with good oral care to help protect their teeth for decades to come.
Baby Bottle Tooth Decay most often occurs in the upper front teeth, but other teeth may also be affected.
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There are many factors which can cause tooth decay. One common cause is the frequent, prolonged exposure of the baby’s teeth to drinks that contain sugar.
Tooth decay can occur when the baby is put to bed with a bottle, or when a bottle is used as a pacifier for a fussy baby.
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