Caring for your children’s oral health starts straight away. Your baby’s gums should be cleaned gently using a clean cloth, ideally after each feed. Once baby has some teeth through they should be cleaned using a smear of toothpaste on an appropriately sized toothbrush with soft bristles. This should be done twice a day. Flossing can start once your child has two neighbouring teeth. Locate a dentist for regular check ups as soon as their teeth appear.
Key messages:
– Use a cloth or gauze to clean around the gums until teeth are present
– Then switch to using an infant’s toothbrush twice a day
– Start dental visits once teeth are present
Invest in your child’s smile by encouraging good dental habits right from the start.
“It’s important to remember that as soon as your child has teeth, they are susceptible to tooth decay.”
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Dr. Colin Conway BDS BSc South AfricaWith more than 20 years experience in dental practice, Colin has never been more excited and passionate about his dentistry!
Colin grew up in South Africa, and completed studies toward research science and dentistry degrees in South Africa. He moved from Cape Town to the UK in April 2002, and has worked in some of the UK’s leading dental practices - gaining the experience and confidence to offer a wide range of dental services.
Says Colin: "I often joke that I moved to the UK for the weather! But actually I moved because the UK offers world-class opportunities for dentists to expand their knowledge and skillset, a fact which I have embraced. I am equally comfortable doing a dental check-up and cleaning, placing a dental implant or fitting braces to straighten teeth."
Colin lives in Windsor with his partner and two dogs, enjoying the city/country balance offered by its close proximity to London. On weekends, you’re likely to find him cycling along the river or in some of the great parks surrounding the town.
Dr. Bruce Mutch BDS South Africa Bruce has been in General Dental Practice for 30 years. Says Bruce: "I have always concentrated on Dental Health, getting patients healthy and showing them how it is possible to keep their own teeth for life.” Bruce has a special interest in Cosmetic Dentistry and Children’s Orthodontics. When he's not doing dentistry, you will find Bruce on the tennis court or walking his dog. "Animals have always been a big part of my life, and in my younger days I used to show jump competitively".
