A pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste is all that s needed. You can sit with the child s head in your lap, or you can lay the child on a dressing table to gently brush their teeth. The key is to make each other comfortable. And as you notice more teeth begin to emerge, it's a good time to make an introduction to the dentist. The ADA recommends parents schedule their child's first dental visit by the child's first birthday.
Most children have a full set of twenty primary teeth by the time they re three years old.
Primary teeth are just as important as your child s permanent teeth. Your child relies on them for chewing, speaking and smiling. And because they reserve space for your child s permanent teeth, it s crucial they remain healthy and strong.