Baby bottle tooth decay is a term that is applied to any form of infant tooth decay. Although most common in the front upper teeth, infant tooth decay can affect any tooth and the cause can usually be traced to exposure to sugar over an extended period of time. Infant tooth decay can begin as soon as the first teeth appear but there are some simple preventative measures that can be taken to reduce or eliminate the risk of a child being affected:
Never fill a baby's bottle with sugary drinks, or dip in sugar, to encourage a toddler to drink. Over time, the exposure to high levels of sugar can damage tooth enamel and cause decay.
Always clean a baby's mouth with a clean, soft cloth after feeding to prevent bacteria building up. This should be done even before the first teeth emerge.
Never share eating utensils with an infant or clean a soother in your mouth as this spreads bacteria to the child's mouth.
It is extremely important to schedule a check-up with the dentist when the first teeth appear to ensure the teeth are healthy and developing properly and any possible problems are detected and addressed as soon as possible.
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