Caring for your babies milk teeth

You should clean your baby's teeth twice a day that helps your baby to avoid teeth problems later on. 

Your baby's first tooth will most likely be a bottom front one, appearing when he's about six months old. However, a few babies are born with a tooth through already. Others are still toothless when they're one. Your baby will eventually have 20 milk teeth, all of which should be through by the time he is about two and a half years old. 

It may seem a long way off now, but it's best to carry on brushing your child's teeth for him until he's at least seven. By that age, he should be able to do it properly for himself. 

Which toothbrush should I buy? 

• At first, you may find it easier to clean your baby's teeth using a piece of clean gauze or muslin. Wrap it around your finger, put a tiny smear of toothpaste on it, and rub around your baby's teeth.
• If you'd rather use a brush, pick one with soft, round-ended bristles of differing lengths, and a small, angled head. This will allow you to reach all parts of your baby's mouth easily and comfortably. Look at the packaging to see what age range the brush is designed for. 
• Replace your baby's toothbrush after three months, or sooner if the bristles have started to spread out. 
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