Take care of your child's baby teeth!

Healthy baby teeth:

• Hold space for the adult teeth to grow into.
• Allow kids to eat right.
• Help kids speak clearly.
• Work to keep the rest of the body well.
• Help children do better in school because they are not in pain.
• Allow children to feel good about their smiles.

Baby Teeth are Important

• Brushing baby teeth will create good oral health care habits for your child as he or she grows.
• Brush the teeth with fluoride toothpaste 2 times every day. One time should be at bedtime.
• Start flossing your child’s teeth when the teeth begin to touch each other. Floss the teeth every day.
• Give your child snacks that are low in sugar, like vegetables, fruit, and cheese.