Baby teeth hold space for adult teeth, guide clear speech, and set the stage for lifelong health. Tooth decay is the most common childhood disease, yet it is almost entirely preventable with early care.
Begin brushing with a rice-grain smear of fluoride toothpaste when the first tooth appears, make it a playful two-minute routine, and avoid bedtime bottles of milk or juice. A first dental visit by the first birthday keeps small problems small.