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My baby is 22 months old and doesn't know how to spit.bi was using nonflouridated toothpaste up till now. Should I continue with it?
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Hi sir...
you should use non fluoridated tooth paste up to 3 years of age ..
Train the child to how to brush and spit the tooth paste....
It is mandatory to use small head soft bristles tooth brush
and use of pea sized tooth paste....
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kindly consult with nearby dentist for furthur queries...
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Hi... Its necessary to use brush for cleaning. But if baby is not gargling well then you need to first show the baby how to gargle after you brush in front of the baby together. IF not possible then even if toothpaste not used then also only brushing is good enough. Rather than swallowing all chemicals from toothpaste it is advisable to only brush.
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My daughter was not using toothpaste till 2 and half yrs old. But due to brushing two times teeth are beautiful without decay. Take care.
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Dr. Swati Karkare
Pediatric Dentist
29 yrs exp
Nashik
It is a always helpful to use a toothpaste even if the children do not spit. You should use only half peanut size or even less toothpaste. And after brushing wipe off child's teeth by a clean cloth to remove any paste remaining. Do not be worried even if the child swallows that small amount of paste.
I am children's dentist and myself have a disabled son who can not spit at all.
It essential that you use toothpaste carefully and clean teeth to prevent early caries.
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use children's toothpaste and smear it on the brush. for further guidance visit a Pedodontist
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