Dr. Marianne Day |
| 608 South Alameda = Las Cruces NM = 88005 = 575 523-5589 |
| Las Cruces, NM Mesilla Valley Dental Care Family Dentist | ||||
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Nursing or bottle feeding tooth decay prevention
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"Dr. Day, how can I prevent tooth decay from nursing or a bottle?" |
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Taking your baby off of the breast
when he/she falls asleep can prevent baby tooth decay. Hold your baby
while bottle feeding. Always take a bottle filled with milk or juice
away from the sleeping child. If your child requires a bottle at bedtime provide a bottle filled with water. Instead of a bottle, try comforting your child with a pacifier or a favorite toy or blanket. Check with your health care provider to make sure your child is getting the right amount of fluoride. Brush your baby's teeth with a soft toothbrush daily. For more answers about your baby's dental care call us at 575 523-5589. |
