Early Infant Oral Care Services in New York City
Comprehensive Dental Cleaning for Infants
Infant oral health is an important part of your child’s health. To help keep your child healthy as they grow and develop, Dr. Robert N. Goldsmith and Dr. Jessica Lynch recommend taking steps to protect your child’s teeth even before they appear.
Call West Side Kids Dental at (844) 910-3557, and our pediatric dentists can help you plan your child’s early infant oral care in New York City, New York.
Essential Tips for Caring for Your Child’s Teeth
All infants should have a daily oral cleaning. Using a soft, damp cloth, gently wipe your baby’s gums to remove any lingering formula or milk and prevent bacteria buildup.
Primary teeth begin to erupt through the gum line at about 6 months of age and continue to gradually appear until about age 3. As soon as teeth begin to emerge from the gums, you should begin using a soft-bristle baby toothbrush to clean your infant’s teeth. Use a tiny smear of child-safe toothpaste for your child. After the age of 3, use a pea-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste to clean their teeth. You should clean your child’s teeth at least twice a day. We recommend that you brush and floss your child’s teeth for them until about age 7, when their motor skills will have developed enough for them to brush on their own.
You should always avoid giving your child a bottle filled with juice or other sweetened liquids. Around 1 year of age, it is recommended that you transition your child from a bottle to a sippy cup or straw cup. This will help to reduce the risk of tooth decay.
Your baby’s mouth may also become sore while teething. You can help them feel more comfortable by providing a chilled teething ring and by gently wiping the gums with a cold washcloth before and after meals.
Book Your Baby’s First Dental Appointment Today!
When your child’s teeth begin to erupt, schedule an appointment with a pediatric dentist for your child’s first “well-baby” appointment. Pediatric dentists are specially trained to provide dental care for infants and young children to ensure that they remain healthy and develop correctly.
If you have any questions about early infant oral care in New York, please contact our office online or call (844) 910-3557.
