How To Prevent Dental Cavities In Babies
Infants and toddlers have a greater risk of having dental cavities compared to adults
. Dental cavities are basically the holes in the teeth. People of all ages suffer from cavities. However, children are more susceptible to getting cavities due to their use of bottles and sippy cups. Yearly, millions of infants around the world are suffering from tooth decay caused by baby products like formula milk and fruit juices.
Parents often let their babies sleep with a bottle of formula or juice in their mouth. Although most cases prove that infants tend to sleep better and faster with this process, the sugar content in these products soak the teeth throughout the night. Thus, it nourishes the bacteria that produce acid and destroys the teeth overtime. Also, the babys saliva flows slowly at night which worsens the case.
In order to prevent dental cavities in your baby, never let your child fall asleep while feeding. After feeding, gently wipe your childs teeth with a clean, wet cloth. If it is really necessary to hand your child a feeding bottle as he/she sleeps, fill the bottle with water. Water is sugar-free. Theres no chance for the bacteria to multiply and make acid that would lead to dental cavities.
Also, you can give your child a pacifier to help saliva flow more easily. Saliva has natural enzymes that protect the teeth and gums from bacteria build up.
Regularly inspect your childs mouth to make sure his/her teeth are always healthy and clean. Consult a pediatrician whether you can brush your babys teeth. If your physician gives a go signal, then you can start brushing his/her teeth before sleeping.
To top it all up, use only non toxic cleaners and organic washing detergents for your babys bottles, pacifiers and cloths. With the use of organic products, you are assured that your infant is safe from the harmful propellants, which are contained in concentrated forms in commercial detergents. This is very important especially for feeding accessories and utensils.
Keep those milk teeth healthy and keep your child free from dental cavities.
by: Deborah L.W.
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