1. Children’s Dental Health Month How to take care of your child’s teeth

2. Infant Dental Care Clean with a damp wash cloth

3. Infant Dental Care Soft bristle brush used once more teeth come in No tooth paste

4. Toddler Dental Care By the age of two all 20 baby teeth should be in for a complete set of primary teeth Maintain use of soft bristle brush Fluoride tooth paste acceptable A small dab toothpaste is just fine

5. Fluoride strengthens your teeth Fluoride Found in Toothpaste Tap Water Available for application at Dental Office Fluoride

6. Young Child Dental Care From 2-8 years, young children will continue to need assistance with brushing. Recommend they brush 2-3 times a day Flossing is introduced once the gap between the teeth narrow. Floss once a day

7. Healthy Foods For optimal dental health, feed your children healthy foods! Fruits and Vegetables Avoid or Reduce Junk Food Excessive Sugar

8. Poor Dental Health Can Be Prevented! Nursing bottle caries Rotten Teeth/Decay

9. Dental Visits Also to maintain healthy teeth, regular dental visits are essential First dental visit is recommended when all 20 baby teeth of the toddler are present Dental Visits are recommended every 6 months