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Dental decay affects more than 16 million children. You owe it to your child to protect their teeth from the moment they start coming in! Cavities and tooth decay won't wait to strike your child until they turn two; cavities can start to form from the moment the first tooth comes in. That's why the pediatric dentistry experts at Pedodontic Associates Inc. suggest using fluoride toothpaste on your child's first teeth to ensure that they remain pearly white as your child continues to grow.

New data from the American Dental Association shows that 25% of U.S. children develop cavities before they reach kindergarten. Fluoride toothpaste can help lower the rate at which cavities form. This will protect your child's teeth from quick decay, which will help create your child's happy smile!

It's important to know when and how to use fluoride toothpaste on your child's teeth. Once their first teeth come in, spread a rice-sized smear of toothpaste on a brush with soft bristles. Brush your child's teeth and gums gently and rinse them with warm water. If they can, have them spit out the toothpaste to avoid ingestion.

When your child turns three, you may move them up to a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. This is the proper amount of toothpaste for brushing at any age. Repeated and proper use of fluoride toothpaste will protect your child's teeth as they move into adolescence. Don't you want your child to smile bright at every stage of their life?

If you're looking for pediatric dentistry experts in Hawaii, come to Pedodontic Associates Inc.! They will make sure that your child's teeth shine as they grow. Make your next appointment today by visiting their website. If you live in Aiea, you can call the office at (808) 487-7933. For their Honolulu office, call (808) 735-1733.

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