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By Dr Bill Maier So how early should you start brushing your baby’s teeth ? That is easy – the first time you see a tooth. About one in five three-year-olds show signs of tooth decay . That is because many parents are not starting early enough to take care of their babies’ teeth. Most children get their first tooth around six months and that is the time to start brushing at least twice a day. For infants , use a soft cloth to rub the gum and teeth gently. Make sure you get all sides. When they get to be toddlers , it is time to start using a soft brush and a dab of toothpaste . You might want to get the non-fluoridated kind until they are able to spit it out. Around three, you can start teaching them to do it themselves but, even then, make sure you monitor the job they do. At least until they have the fine motor skills it takes to manoeuvre the brush alone. From TODAY, Voices - Monday, 12-July-2010 ----- Related articles by Zemanta Don't Scream Over Ice Cream...

By Dr Bill Maier Hey, what’s that in your baby’s mouth ? Is it a rock ... a toy...? No, I think it’s a tooth! Waiting for baby’s first tooth is exciting. Unless, of course, you’re the baby — then it’s just painful. Well, here are some tips you should know while waiting. First of all, if your baby starts drooling a lot more at three to six months, don’t assume that he is about to sprout teeth . Saliva is his body’s way of protecting him from bacteria and viruses. Most babies get their first tooth at between six and 12 months, though it could be sooner or later. And the ones to watch for are the lower front teeth — called central incisors . The next to come will be the upper four incisors. You’ll notice a lot of crying and fussiness. Teeth-cutting is painful business, so make sure you have some medicine handy — and a good teething ring will help as well. From TODAY, Voices - Tuesday, 01-June-2010 ----- Related articles by Zemanta How do I know if my tooth is a baby to...