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                    Did You Know?
* Half of all children 4 years of age has dental decay
* Dental decay is the most prevalent disease of childhood.
* Using oral analgesics more than 4 times a day on teething gums could cause damage
* Prescription antibiotic suspensions contain 50%-80%        sugar---necessary to clean child's mouth after each dose
* A fetus does not take calcium from the mother's teeth--it    takes it from her bones
Keeping Teeth Clean
-Before teeth erupt, clean gums with a wet cloth after each feedings
-After first tooth erupts, use a soft bristled brush and warm water to clean teeth
-By age 3, let child start brushing with adult brushing afterwards. Start flossing once all primary teeth are in, or when teeth start touching each other
-By age 8, child should be able to brush and floss by themselves with occasional checks
-Try to make brushing and flossing enjoyable, but also tell your child that it is as important as taking a bath! Remember that you are the adult for those of you who have 2-year-olds! :-)