My son is 2 and his teeth are teeth from going to sleep with his cup in his mouth. I brush his teeth twice a day. I used Sensodyne ProNamel toothpaste. what else could I used? serious answers please.
2007-06-21 15:09:24 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
Brushing often and using enamel-supporting toothpaste are both good tactics. Kudos on doing that already.
All I can think of that may help would be to make sure he gets an adequate amount of calcium and Vitamin D in his diet. At 2, this is best done with various cheeses and regular milk.
Also, I'd recommend having him drink tap water; most municipal tap water contains added fluoride, which assists in preventing tooth decay. Drinking water is also a great habit to start, for him to keep later in life.
Good luck. <3
2007-06-21 15:14:48 · answer #1 · answered by X 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Only let him have a water cup or bottle at bedtime and make sure to brush or wipe the teeth clean before bed. It's the sugar from milk or juice that is left on the teeth over night that causes the decay. I would also suggest that you not use any toothpaste on a 2 year old since most contain fluoride which shouldn't be ingested, also at this age they tend to swallow too much toothpaste due to the taste. Just warm water on a toothbrush does well and make sure that you go back over the teeth to make sure they are clean and free of plaque. Make toothbrush time a "fun time" to promote good oral hygiene and a life time of good dental health. I hope I've been of some help and good luck!
Additional information: No toothpaste should be used at this age, or if you must use one, then make it one "without fluoride." He is probably getting enough in the water supply, you can check if uncertain. Here is a site that offers a toothpaste made with natural ingredients without fluoride.
http://www.tomsofmaine.com/toms/product.asp?dept%5Fid=300&pf%5Fid=TP%2DFFK
2007-06-21 15:52:34 · answer #2 · answered by HeatherS 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First, you need to take the cup away from him at bedtime. He might cry the first few times you take it away but he will forget about it and get used to not having it. I wouldn't use these adult toothpastes on a 2 year old since the chemicals are probably not good for his system as he will swallow some amount of it. Take him to the dentist and have him checked. They will let you know how serious this is and what should be done. Also - cut down on the fruit juice, milk and any other sugary drinks and get him used to straight water as a part of his diet. Too much sugar is generally not great for the teeth or for his body.
2007-06-21 15:15:18 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First off you need to only give him water in a cup at night. Milk is a huge no no at night even if you do brsuh his teeth. There really isn't much you can do if he has already got decay set in other than visit the dentist. They will eventually fall out, but you have set him up to have potential problems with his adult teeth. people don't realize how important it is to take care of the baby teeth.
2007-06-21 15:27:10 · answer #4 · answered by hsmommy06 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stop letting him go to bed with a cup in his mouth.
You're the mom, in other words you make the rules for the time being, and you have to have his best interest at heart which means protecting his teeth. Your 2 year old might cry and scream, but after a day or two and you don't give in he may know that you mean business.
2007-06-21 15:16:55 · answer #5 · answered by littlebossjojo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sippy cups at night are notorious for causing what we call 'baby bottle cavities'. It is great that you are brushing his teeth twice a day, but you really must ween him off of the sugary liquids. Baby teeth are really quite important for keeping the space correctly aligned for the incoming adult teeth, not to mention the need he will have for them when chewing. Try replacing the juice with a sugar-free substitute, and then either water and eventually no sippy cup.
As far as additional options, make sure you are going to the dentist regularly, using fluoridated toothpaste, and have the correct amount of fluoride in the water. Also have either fluoride varnishes or foams applied to his teeth when he goes in for his 6 month check-ups
2007-06-21 15:21:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
i like Gerber sippy cups. they arrive in 2 diverse sizes and are 3 products(cup, lid and valve). The products are made out of troublesome plastic so they're able to't be chewed up and you may desire to purchase replace valves while they get wiped out so which you're actually not procuring an entire new cup each and every time like some manufacturers. those cups have survived 2 boys(7 and 3), they nonetheless get used as a pitcher for water at bedtime so i don't might desire to hassle approximately spills in mattress.
2016-09-28 06:39:57 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your son should not be drinking anything out of a sippy cup other than water, unless it is mealtime. All drinks, including juice and milk have sugar and constant exposure lead to tooth decay. Don't let him carry around a cup of apple juice all day!
2007-06-21 15:20:33 · answer #8 · answered by abrook 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
im not sure just brush is teeth twice a day as you do that is all you can do. Try to ween him off of the cup at night though bc he will be potty training also soon and that will cause a problem with that also.
2007-06-21 15:12:15 · answer #9 · answered by knowssignlanguage 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
don't put him to bed with his cup in his mouth!! that's the easiest way to stop more decay from happening. If he has to have a cup...put WATER in it, tap water will have fluoride in it, and that will also help prevent tooth decay.
You should also take him to a dentist. It seems a little early, but pediatricians recommend taking them as early as one believe it or not. The dentist can also give you help with the tooth problem.
hope this helps ya.
2007-06-21 15:19:07 · answer #10 · answered by KB 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋