 Proper care of baby's gums and teeth begin within the first few days after they are born. Some babies may have a tooth at birth, others may not. However, by the age of 2 to 5 years old, all twenty primary teeth should be present.
After each feeding, it is important to clean your baby's gums with a gentle wipe with a soft, dampened cloth. To help relieve the discomfort of tender gums, a teething ring can be very satisfying. As the baby teeth appear, it is important to brush twice daily using a soft bristled brush and a pea size of fluoride toothpaste. Too much fluoride can cause discolouration of the tooth enamel.
By the age of four or five, they can begin brushing by themselves, with close supervision. Remember to brush twice daily, limit sweets, avoid too much fruit juice, and never let your baby go to bed with a bottle of juice or milk.
To help reduce the fear of dental visits, have your child come along for your check-up, have a ride in the chair, and have them see the dentist around one year of age. Good oral hygiene habits start young, and good habits will carry into adult life.
Upper
A - Central Incisors - 8-13 months
B - Lateral Incisors - 8-13 months
C - Canines (cuspids) -16-23 months
D - First Molars - 13-19 months
E - Second Molars - 25-33 months
Lower
A - Central Incisors - 6-10 months
B - Lateral Incisors - 10-16 months
C - Canines (cuspids) - 16-23 months
D - First Molars - 13-19 months
E - Second Molars - 23-31 months
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