It’s never too soon. Or too late.
The AAPD (American Association of Pediatric Dentistry) recommends that you establish a dental home for your child at age one. That might seem young until you know that cavities generally start between years 1 and 2, especially in children who are nursing or taking milk or juice from a bottle after 12 months.
At the first exam, we can see and address any developmental anomalies and enamel defects at that point, and discuss things such as whether to add fluoride supplements and when to start flossing. It’s better to handle emerging problems early than to let them develop into painful, expensive or complicated issues.
Don’t neglect primary or “baby” teeth. They’re vital for clear speech, proper chewing and eating, normal development of jaw muscles and bones, and providing space for the permanent teeth. And most kids are in their teens when they lose the last of their baby teeth.
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