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Caring for your children's teeth should begin with that very first tooth. It may seem insignificant then, but the sooner you start, the easier it will be to reinforce the importance of good dental hygiene to your child. Harris Kwon Garretson & Morrow DDS PA, an expert family dental practice based in High Point, NC, is dedicated to offering high quality dental care to all patients, no matter their age.

In answer to the most frequently asked questions about dental care for baby teeth, they offer the following answers:

  • How Do You Brush a Baby's Teeth? Since your baby's smile will be more gums than teeth for a while, you do not necessarily have to use a brush. A piece of cotton gauze wrapped around your finger can be just as effective. Consult with your family dentist if you have any questions about age-appropriate toothpaste. As your child gets older, you should switch to a soft bristled child's toothbrush.
  • How Often Should You Brush? Start brushing your baby's teeth twice per day as early as possible: once in the morning and once at night. After graduating to a toothbrush, always replace the toothbrush every one to three months or when the bristles start to fray.
  • When Can Children Start Brushing Their Own Teeth? Brush your child's teeth for him or her until the age of seven. By that point, your child should have the motor skills to do it alone. When possible, stick to buying only non-sweet toothpastes. Fruity toothpaste might taste better, but you don't want your child thinking it's edible.
  • Be A Star Role Model: Not only should your child have good dental habits, but you should too! Let your child watch you brush and floss your teeth. It will reinforce the idea that proper oral hygiene is normal and expected.

Good dental habits should start early on in life. To schedule an appointment at Harris Kwon Garretson & Morrow DDS PA for yourself or your child, call (336) 884-4000. For more information about their family dental practice and the North Carolina locations they serve, visit them online.

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