Did you know the most common type of cavity in babies is due to milk bottles during bedtime?
According to The American Dental Association:
"Baby Bottle Tooth Decay most often occurs in the upper front teeth, but other teeth may also be affected.There are many factors which can cause tooth decay. One common cause is the frequent, prolonged exposure of the baby’s teeth to drinks that contain sugar. Tooth decay can occur when the baby is put to bed with a bottle, or when a bottle is used as a pacifier for a fussy baby. Tooth decay is a disease that can begin with cavity-causing bacteria being passed from the mother (or primary caregiver) to the infant. These bacteria are passed through the saliva. When the mother puts the baby’s feeding spoon in her mouth, or cleans a pacifier in her mouth, the bacteria can be passed to the baby. If your infant or toddler does not receive an adequate amount of fluoride, they may also have an increased risk for tooth decay. The good news is that decay is preventable"
Find more information about taking good care of baby teeth on www.mouthhealthy.org.
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