PROTECT YOUR CHILD's DENTAL HEALTH! To protect your child’s smile, here are some dentist-approved do’s and don’ts: ✅ Do's: • Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste. • Start wiping gums even before the first tooth appears. • Schedule their first dental visit by age one. • Ask your dentist about fluoride varnish and sealants—these can prevent up to 80% of molar cavities. • Limit sugary, sticky snacks. Choose tooth-friendly options like cheese, veggies, and plain yogurt. • Limit sugary, sticky snacks to meal times, to enable food to be flushed out. ❌ Don’t: • Let your child go to bed with a bottle filled with milk or juice—this leads to “bottle decay.” • Skip fluoride—appropriate use builds stronger enamel. • Neglect flossing—cavities often hide between teeth. Start flossing around age 2.