February is National Children Dental Health month. Most parents often wait too long before taking their toddler to the dentist. Most children get their first between 3 and 6 months. The Academy of General Dentistry recommends taking your child to the dentist 6 months after the eruption of the first tooth.
It is important to begin a cleaning routine as soon as the firtst tooth is erupted. Use a warm washcloth or a moistened cotton swab to clean your child's teeth after every meal. This get the child used to having something in his or her mouth. After this, graduate to a small, soft toothbrush. You don't need to add toothpaste into the regimen until your child is 2 years old; use only a pea-sized amount.
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