I assume that its better then not at all, How important is it to do it twice a day?
2007-01-21 13:54:15 · 8 answers · asked by Baby Julie due 5/12 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
It's important, more so for the health of the gums at that stage than the health of the teeth. And the health of the gums will affect the health of the teeth in the long run, and the overall health of the child.
2007-01-21 13:57:57 · answer #1 · answered by marklemoore 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
U should brush them every day. I understand sometimes it's hard. I used to always forget my son and some times days would pass then I would remember. It is best to put a reminder up so u don't forget. I brush my daughters 2 times a day and help my son brush his 2 times a day.
I have a friend who's youngest daughter is 4 months older than mine and they have NEVER BRUSHED HER TEETH! She will be 2 in may! So don't feel bad, U ARE NOT A BAD MUM! lol
2007-01-21 14:06:09 · answer #2 · answered by ♥Booh♥ ☺☺☺☺☺ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although you don't necessarily need to brush them yet, you should start cleaning your infant's teeth as soon as he gets his first tooth. At first, you can just use a wash cloth to clean your infant's teeth. As he gets more, you can use a soft children's toothbrush.
What about flossing? Flossing is an important part of good dental hygiene. You can usually begin flossing once your child is about 3-4 years old, but they likely won't be able to floss on their own until they are 8-10 years old.
2007-01-21 14:06:40 · answer #3 · answered by jordansmom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would usually brush once a day. use a wash cloth if the child doesnt like the toothbrush..
U are trying to teach good habits, hence the need to have the child learn to brush their teeth
2007-01-21 13:58:29 · answer #4 · answered by susan q 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's very important. Don't forget. Set two times a day, and make it a part of their schedule. With my kids, we do it right after breakfast, and last thing before they go to sleep.
2007-01-21 14:04:38 · answer #5 · answered by Jess H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's really important.....try taping a note to your bathroom mirror.....or try to remember to do it when you brush your teeth....
2007-01-21 13:56:55 · answer #6 · answered by been_there_done_that 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I didn't brush my kids' teeth till they were like two years old. Don't sweat it.
2007-01-21 15:21:09 · answer #7 · answered by toomanycommercials 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Good parenting you POS...yeah you shoud do it several times a day.
2007-01-21 14:00:35 · answer #8 · answered by behr28 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋