How do I take care of her teeth?

Question

My little one is 9 months and she has 2 teeth how would I care for

them and when should I take her to the dentist?

Answer

There is toothbrushes made for her age, and safe to swallow toothpaste. Just start there then when you think she is ready for the dentist you can take her, but every pediatrician recommends differently. I’ve heard some start at age 1 to 3, they say the earlier the better so they can get use to it but I think that’s totally up to you what you think is best.

Answer

Use a baby toothbrush or even just a washcloth twice a day with water or fluoride free baby toothpaste. If you are nursing at night be sure to clean her teeth before bed. I don't think nursing at night is bad for teeth, but combined with solids it could be an issue. I took my daughter to the dentist at 14 months and they acted like that was a little late for a 1st cleaning. She flipped out and hated brushing her teeth for months afterwards, so I'm not sure it was worth it honestly. Maybe 18 months is a better time, but it's really going to depend on your child's personality. Right now just make brushing routine even if for only a few seconds and go a bit longer each time. Try to make it fun and hopefully she will make it easy on you. 🤞🤞

Answer

You can use a washcloth or fingertip toothbrush or regular style baby toothbrush. They say to brush them twice a day, just as you would your own teeth. 
Different dentists/doctors recommend starting seeing a dentist at different ages. You could talk with your pedi.

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I’m wondering the same thing. My 9 month old has 8 teeth and won’t let me stick a tooth brush in her mouth 😂😭

How do I take care of her teeth?

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