Here s what to try if tooth brushing time becomes a struggle.
Brush teeth baby first.
Carefully massage gums around teeth with the toothbrush or a damp cloth.
Gently brush all sides of teeth front back and sides.
You can begin brushing your baby s gums with just a washcloth and some water or a finger brush and some water.
Before your child has teeth.
Gently wipe all around the gums and make sure to get.
No toothpaste is necessary or recommended until age 2.
Wiping the gums of the currently erupting baby teeth is enough to disturb the most stubborn plaque.
Baby s gums are sensitive even when she s not teething so if she really doesn t seem to like the brush try.
Infant s teeth do not need a toothbrush.
Instead take these steps.
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For some babies a little distraction is all it takes to make tooth brushing palatable.
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It s too soon for that.
Simply wipe them with a wet washcloth or moistened gauze.
Wet a soft sided natural fiber toothbrush with a little bit of water.
Gently wipe down your baby s gums at least twice a day.