Baby teeth (or primary teeth) are temporary, so why do we care about them? Many parents overlook the importance of baby teeth and don't realize they serve functions other than biting and chewing. Several important functions include: They reserve space for permanent teeth and help guide them into position. Help make normal speech possible. Aid in normal development of jaw bones and facial muscles. Add to an attractive appearance. They establish good brushing/flossing habits. Baby teeth typically begin to appear when a child is between age six months and one year. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that a dentist examine a child within six months after the first tooth comes in and no later than the first birthday. A dental visit at an early age is a “well baby checkup” for the teeth. Besides checking for tooth decay and other problems, the dentist can show you how to clean the child's teeth properly and how to evaluate any potentially bad habits such as thumbsucking. Most children have a full set of 20 baby teeth by the time they are three years old. Be sure to choose a clinic with the best dental equipment for your child, such as intraoral camera with screen, because intraoral camera with screen do not cause pain and do not scare your child about dentistry. As soon as teeth appear in the mouth, tooth decay can occur. Therefore, when your child's teeth begin to erupt, brush them gently with a child's size toothbrush and water. Brush the teeth of children over age two with a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. Be sure they spit out the toothpaste and rinse with water. (Ask your child's dentist or physician if you are considering using fluoride toothpaste before age two.) Related article:What's the easiest way to get a whiter smile?
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