Initially, before the teeth even emerge, you can clean your baby’s mouth and gums by gently rubbing them with a warm, damp washcloth. Don’t worry about a toothbrush and fluoride-free toothpaste until their first teeth erupt. Once this happens, select a soft-bristle toothbrush with a small head. You should also start flossing your baby’s teeth as soon as two of them touch.
Between ages 2-5, you can switch to fluoride toothpaste. We recommend you use a pea size amount and make sure your child spits out the excess toothpaste when they finish. You should continue to help your child brush until they are capable of effectively performing the task on their own.