Like adults, infants, including newborns are at risk for oral health problems. This is known as baby bottle tooth decay.  Many assume that since baby teeth fall out, they are not as important to care for as permanent teeth, however, this is not so. Baby teeth are not only essential for talking, chewing, and smiling, but they also act as placeholders for the adult teeth. If a baby tooth is lost too early or becomes infected, the child may suffer consequences at they become older, including crooked teeth, speech impediments, and poor eating habits. This is why it is essential for parents to start practicing good oral health care on their children from the day they bring them home from the hospital.