Oral care should ideally begin already during the prenatal stage. Expectant mothers should be informed during their dental hygiene visit about how the condition of their oral cavity can influence the health of their baby. Inflammation in the mother’s mouth can affect the bloodstream throughout the body, and the presence of harmful bacteria may negatively influence both the mother and the developing child.
A balanced and healthy diet during pregnancy is also important, as primary teeth begin to develop during this period. Through proper nutrition, a breastfeeding mother can also support the correct development of her child’s dental structures.
During the first year of a child’s life, it is recommended to clean the gums and first teeth twice a day. This can be done using soft gauze, a damp cloth, a single-tuft toothbrush or a special silicone finger toothbrush. This soft silicone sleeve gently cleans the first teeth and can also help relieve discomfort during teething.
The first baby tooth usually appears around the sixth to eighth month of life. Gradually, all 20 primary teeth erupt, and by around the age of three the primary dentition is usually complete. Baby teeth are more susceptible to decay because their enamel is softer. Particularly vulnerable areas are the fissures between the cusps of the back molars.
Even before the first baby tooth falls out, the first permanent teeth—often called the “six-year molars”—begin to appear around the age of six. They grow behind the last baby molar, and parents may not notice them at first, yet these are teeth that should last a lifetime.
It is important that children perceive brushing their teeth as a natural and pleasant part of the day. A playful approach can help—for example, the child may try brushing a parent’s teeth first and then allow the parent to brush theirs.
Take care of and learn about dental hygiene for primary teeth to support the health, beauty and smiles of your children.
Head Dentist
Hygienist
Lékařka
Lékařka
Head Dentist
Hygienist
Lékařka
Lékařka
CZ
