Healthy teeth tips for children
- Start brushing your baby's teeth as soon as the first milk tooth breaks through (usually at around 6 months, but it can be earlier or later)
- Brush your child’s teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste containing no less than 1000ppm fluoride. Brushing should be supervised by a parent or carer
- The best times to brush teeth are in the morning and last thing at night
- Spit out after brushing – do not rinse with water
- Try to avoid sugary or fizzy drinks. Plain milk and water are the best drinks for children’s teeth
- Try to limit the amount of sugary foods offered to your child. Choose healthier snacks such as fresh fruit
- Choose sugar free medicines where possible
- Visit a dentist for a dental check by age one or when the first tooth erupts