Health Tip: Five Steps to Prevent Cavities in Kids

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To protect children’s dental health, experts recommend five simple steps that extend beyond just brushing and flossing.

The American Dental Association recommends:

• Never sharing utensils with children, or putting a child’s pacifier in your mouth to clean it. Both practices can transmit germs.
• Making sure your child eats a nutritious diet and drinks water that contains fluoride.
• Scheduling your child’s first dental visit no later than the age of 1.
• Brushing your young child’s teeth at least twice a day for two minutes at a time with a fluoride toothpaste.
• Talking to a dentist about applying sealants to protect your child’s teeth.

Source: HealthDay

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