How to Brush Baby Teeth
Begin checking for baby teeth at birth., Continue to check for tooth eruptions on a regular basis.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Begin checking for baby teeth at birth.
Though rare, some babies have come into the world with teeth already present.
Check for the presence of teeth by gently sticking a clean finger into the baby’s mouth and feeling around the gums.
Feel for tiny ridges or a mild inflammation along the gum line. -
Step 2: Continue to check for tooth eruptions on a regular basis.
The speed at which a tooth erupts varies, and while some babies teethe for weeks before the tooth breaks through the gums, other babies can go from no teeth to 2 teeth in a weekend.
Checking the gums at least once a week will ensure that you find any new teeth shortly after they come through, allowing you to begin brushing them immediately.
Detailed Guide
Though rare, some babies have come into the world with teeth already present.
Check for the presence of teeth by gently sticking a clean finger into the baby’s mouth and feeling around the gums.
Feel for tiny ridges or a mild inflammation along the gum line.
The speed at which a tooth erupts varies, and while some babies teethe for weeks before the tooth breaks through the gums, other babies can go from no teeth to 2 teeth in a weekend.
Checking the gums at least once a week will ensure that you find any new teeth shortly after they come through, allowing you to begin brushing them immediately.
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