In Dr. Grace Yum's interview we discuss:

• When to start brushing your child's teeth
• Tips to get your child to cooperate with brushing their teeth
• At what age you can let your child brush their own teeth
• When to start flossing
• What causes cavities and how to prevent them
• At what age to take your child to the dentist for their first visit
• What to expect at the first appointment
• Why it's important to fill kids' cavities despite the fact the teeth will fall out anyway
• How to help your child through getting a filling
• What age do teeth start falling out
• When should parents try to get rid of the pacifier
• Orthodontic care - when to start thinking about it
• Dr. Yum's thoughts on x-rays and fluoride

Show links:

• Disney's Magic Timer App (iPhone and Android) - This was a lifesaver and really got my kids to brush for a full two minutes! Even at 6 and 4 they still use it occasionally and even ask to brush their teeth!

If you'd like to access the show notes and additional words of wisdom on motherhood from Dr. Yum you can access them at: www.themodernmomsociety.com/episode3

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