Most parents know they're supposed to take care of their kids' teeth. The part nobody talks about is when to start, what to use, and how to make it happen when your toddler has other plans. What surprises most parents: your child's oral health begins before their first tooth comes in. And those early habits have lifelong benefits.

In this episode, Dr. Bayo sits down with Dr. Ashley Lerman, a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, founder and CEO of Firstgrin, and a mom of two under three who brings real clinical expertise and real parenting experience to the table. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

When to start caring for your baby's mouth

How to brush a baby's teeth when they don’t want to sit still

When your child should have their first dental visit and what to expect

What the science says about fluoride 

Learn more about pacifiers and thumb sucking and when it’s a concern

Warning signs that mean it's time to call your dentist

How to raise kids who don't grow up with the dental anxiety so many of us carry into adulthood

Special offer for listeners: Free year of the Oral Care Companion app and 50% off Oral Care Kits at www.yourfirstgrin.com — use code HALFBRIGHT50

🎧 Follow Dr. Ashley Lerman on Instagram and TikTok: @pediatric.dentist.mom | @firstgrin

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