Infants and Toddlers
From teething relief and the first dental visit to sippy cup use, this section offers advice for every parent.
8 Dental Care Tips for Moms (and Moms-To-Be)
1-800-DENTIST has 8 dental care tips just for moms (and moms-to-be). It takes more than just brushing your teeth and flossing daily to fight tooth decay and gum disease.
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Dental Advice for the Expecting Mother
The hormonal changes of pregnancy make expecting mothers especially vulnerable to certain dental problems. Use this guide to learn what you should look out for when you're pregnant.
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Dental Care Checklist - Infants
Think dental care for baby teeth doesn't matter? Think again! Find out how to take care of your infant's teeth and gums during the first year and what dental problems to watch out for.
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Get Smart About Sippy Cups
Sippy cups mark the transition from nursing or bottle feeding to drinking from a cup. But overuse can contribute to tooth decay. Here's how to choose and use sippy cups well.
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Helping Kids Love the Dentist
Kids aren't pre-wired with a fear of the dentist. Check out our five simple ideas to help ensure your little one's relationship with the dentist gets off to a good start.
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Identifying Teething Symptoms and Giving Your Little One Relief
Understanding the symptoms related to teething can help ease this phase for you and your baby. Learn what you can do to give your infant relief when teething symptoms occur.
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Pacifiers and Bottles: Can Comfort Cause Complications?
Many children use pacifiers and bottles for feeding and soothing. But they can pose a threat to your child's baby teeth, permanent teeth and speech development after prolonged use.
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Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay -- Yes, It's Possible!
Baby bottle tooth decay is common among children under the age of 3. But you can help your child avoid cavities by following some very simple dental care tips.
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Thumb-Sucking Alert: Potential Problems, Possible Solutions
For many infants and toddlers, thumb-sucking is a natural thing to do; many use it to calm and soothe themselves. After the age of 4, it can be harmful. Find out what to do.
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Winning the Toothbrushing Wars
If your little one isn't a big fan of brushing, you're not alone! Here are eight ways to win the toothbrushing war once and for all -- and have a little fun while you're at it.
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Your Baby Teeth Primer: 5 Things Every Parent Should Know
You already know it's vital to care for your baby's overall health. Why should dental care be any different? Discover five things you should know to keep baby teeth healthy.
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Your Child's First Dental Visit: Tips for Moms & Dads
Making your child's first dental visit a positive experience can have a long-lasting impact. Learn how to prepare your child beforehand and what things to discuss with their dentist.
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Learn How Mouth Rinsing Can Help Expectant Mothers on 1800Dentist.com
| No matter of if you are trying to get pregnant, are already a mother of five or are a man concerned about the well-being of their baby momma, 1-800-DENTIST can connect you with a great dentist up to the task of implementing the right dental care to keep everyone safe and healthy. |
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