Telling the tooth

Do you remember the first time you went to the dentist? Did you feel you were waiting forever and felt panic welling up in you when you saw people coming out of the doctor's room clutching their mouths or sitting beside you and groaning?

Last updated: July 23, 2019 | 22:36

By Ranjani Ramesh

1 MIN READ

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Tips for parents

FAQS about a child's dental health

When should an infant's dental care begin?

When do babies start getting primary teeth?

What are the signs of teething?

How can you help ease the child's teething pain?

Why is it important to care for baby/primary teeth, since they are going to fall out anyway?

How should you care for a child's primary teeth?

Can fruit juices damage the child's teeth?

Should a fluoride supplement be given to a child?

Is thumbsucking harmful for the teeth?

How can parents encourage the child to stop thumbsucking?

At what age should children stop thumbsucking or using the pacifier?

When should you first take the child to the dentist?

Is there a way of preventing injuries to a child's teeth?

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