Check your child's teeth. Lift the lip and look inside.
Lift the lip to look for early signs of tooth decay once a month.
Healthy teeth have a whitish hue and are smooth and glossy.
If you see white lines along the gumline, you should make a dental appointment now.
If you see brown or yellow spots that don't brush of, make an urgent dental appointment.
Keep your child’s teeth healthy with 3 easy steps
- Start brushing when your baby gets their first tooth (use low fluoride toothpaste from 18 months of age).
- Start drinking from a cup at around 6 months of age (boil tap water until 12 months of age).
- Put your baby to bed without a bottle (stop the bottle at around 12 months of age).
Photo source: WA & NSW Oral Health Services. Graphics Source: Calgary Health Region 2001.
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