The first 1000 days of a baby's life is important. This time is crucial for setting up their overall health, including the health of their teeth and gums. Learn how starting good habits early can help your child have healthy teeth for life.

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Join us next time as we keep exploring how to care for your child's teeth and gums from day one and beyond.

Key Takeaways:

-Prenatal Oral Health: Your dental health during pregnancy can affect your baby's future smile. Seeing a dentist regularly and keeping your mouth clean are key first steps.

-Infant Oral Care: Begin with gentle cleaning of the gums and move to brushing with a soft toothbrush and a tiny bit of fluoride toothpaste as teeth come in.

-The Role of Nutrition: Breastfeeding and eating well help keep your baby's mouth healthy. Watch out for bottle use and too much sugar to avoid tooth decay.

-Managing Habits: Keep an eye on pacifier use and thumb-sucking to prevent problems with how teeth line up later on.

-Early Dental Visits Matter: Book your baby's first dental appointment around their first birthday to keep their oral health on track.

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