Keswick Kids Dental Clinic – Where Kids Have Fun!

Cleaning your newborn’s mouth and gums should be something you do on a daily basis. At least once a day, use your finger, or a warm damp gauze (or washcloth) to gently clean and massage the gums following the last feeding. Use only warm water – do not use toothpaste. Once they start teething, it’s important to clean their mouth regularly.

Your child will most likely start teething by the time they are 6 months old. According to the Canadian Dental Association, you should take your child to their first dentist appointment before their first birthday or within 6 months after their first tooth. It’s best to have your child’s teeth assessed before there is a problem.

Teething usually begins at about 6 months. A child’s mouth and gums need to be cleaned daily using a soft damp washcloth or gauze. At 18 months old, you can introduce a very soft toothbrush with a very small amount of baby toothpaste.

For 2-year old children, brushing for 2 minutes at least 2 times a day is highly recommended, including brushing in the morning and before bedtime.

The health of your child’s teeth and gums will be assessed during their first dental visit. The children’s dentist will examine your child’s teeth, gums, jaw, and the soft tissues of the mouth, and also clean the teeth to remove any tartar, plaque or staining. The dentist will also help educate the parent on how to brush, how to prevent cavities, and proper oral care for children.

Milk is rich in Calcium, which helps to strengthen teeth and bones. However, we do not recommend giving your child a bottle at bedtime with milk, juice, or any other sweetened liquids, which can cause damage to developing teeth.