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Hi everybody,
I have a 14 month old with 5 teeth and one coming in. When should I start brushing her teeth? Any other suggestions for things I could do to maintain good dental health?
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Parker (7 months) just got five teeth in two weeks (yes, it's been rough over here) and we brushed his teeth for the first time tonight after we brushed his older brother's teeth (who also thought it was cool that little brother now has TEETH!).Tips: Get a toothbrush that is fun. Let them play with their toothbrush (get a second one if you want) so that they're not "scared" of it. And be consistent.I should add that my MIL is a dental hygenist. :)
Hi. DS just grew four teeth in 5 weeks too and I have to get on the ball with the toothbrush. I heard there are ones that go right on your finger but I know him he'll want a REAL toothbrush or at least one that looks real.
I wanted to ask: E's front teeth are spaced REALLY far apart. Just wondering if that gap means his adult teeth will have the same gap?
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We used the rubber bristle toothbrush that you place on your fingertip. It cleans the gums and they love to teeth on it. We started that at about 6mo because Sam cut teeth early. Even a washcloth can clean gums and they say to do that as soon as they start teething and teeth show through the gums.
He went for his first dentist appt at just over 1yr old and they examined his teeth (he had at least 8 by then!) , brushed his teeth while in my lap, and gave me some kiddo toothpaste and new toothbrush. He goes again in a couple of weeks for his 2yr appt.
Kim
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I just bought DD a "real" toothbrush. So far she's more interested in playing with it than using it.
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We bought Joshie 2 lively looking kid toothbrushes and some of that training toothpaste. I'm trying to ease it into our routine right after his baths and before bed. I let him hold one brush while I brush his teeth with the other. I tried the training toothpaste; he spit it out! I'm waiting on my older son to come home from being with his dad so he can show Joshie how he brushes his teeth; Joshie loves to try to imitate him. My older son has a toothtunes brush. It plays "We Will Rock You" by Queen. Supposedly they are all the rage and most have different songs. Anyway, how many teeth do the kiddos need to have before their first dental appt? Blessings, Michelle
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