Harmful germs that grow on your teeth and gums cause tooth decay and gingivitis. These germs can be passed to your infant's or toddlers mouth during routine play, feeding, sharing foods and utensils, and other daily activities. Your desire to have good oral health will help your children have good oral habits as they grow. So lets have have a good start. Reducing the number of germs that cause decay and gingivitis in your mouth reduces the risk of passing these harmful germs to your baby or toddler and thus reduces their risk of these problems.
Daily mouth cleaning removes harmful germs and foods.
You should clean your mouth at least in the morning and before bed. This includes brushing your teeth, tongue, and gums and using dental floss. Cleaning your mouth before bed removes the buildup of food and germs from the day and helps your mouth recover. Regular dental visits assure that any problems that need attention are minimized and do not become major problems. It is strictly the opinion of the author and is meant to be informative, not to imply a standard of care.