Cleaning Your Infant's Baby Teeth. Ask Dr. Brother in Los Angeles, CA

Once your child’s teeth begin to erupt, you should start the habit of gently cleaning the teeth and gums with a damp washcloth or a toothbrush. Give our Los Angeles office a call at (818) 246-8878 to find out when it is appropriate to add toothpaste to the routine. Initially, plain water is fine and getting your child used to this routine is most important.

Brushing teeth well takes practice. Until your child is 8 years of age, you should assist and monitor teeth cleaning. And even once your child starts brushing without your help, you need to continue checking your child’s teeth to prevent long term problems. The most important thing to look for is discoloration. If you see chalky white or brown spots, this could indicate tooth decay and a need for a visit to Dr. James Brother.

For more advice on how to clean your infant’s teeth, call James Brother LLC6 at (818) 246-8878.