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What is the best time of day to brush my baby's teeth? since he's not eating three set meals like we are, should we still brush at morning and night, or are other times better?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Twice : Twice a day is terrific, but the one in the evening before he goes to bed is the most important, since any food and sugars left on his teeth will also feed the bacteria that are there, all night long.

Answered 10/3/2016

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The : The best time to brush your child's teeth is after your son eats a meal. As a dental health professional we would love to see you brush his teeth in the morning after he has had his first meal and after his last meal of the day, just before bedtime. It would be of greater importance to brush after the last meal of the day just before bed to make sure that no unwanted bacteria or food particles are left behind for the hours that your son is asleep. Remember not to put your child to bed with a baby bottle as this will nullify all the great brushing you had just done!

Answered 10/3/2016

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Before: Before breakfast to remove the bacteria that turns foods into acids that make cavities. Before bed to remove any food debris, and then do not eat or drink after bruising. You must also floss your child's teeth daily to clean the 30% of the tooth that a toothbrush can't reach. 1st dental ck-up age 1 w a pediatric dental specialist (not a gp) for same reasons you see pediatrician.

Answered 8/14/2013

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Congratulations: Congratulations for taking the time to keep your baby's teeth clean, and to get him used to oral hygiene! usually after meals and before bed are the best times.

Answered 8/14/2013

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