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Dental Care for Your ChildNebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Pearly Whites
Monday, September 21, 2009
Your Baby’s Dental Health
Teething isn’t fun for baby - or Mom & Dad
Monday, September 21, 2009
Your Baby’s Dental Health
Monday, September 21, 2009
Your Baby’s Dental Health
Children typically develop 10 teeth on the top & bottom of their gums
Monday, September 21, 2009
Your Baby’s Dental Health
Are baby teeth really important?
Monday, September 21, 2009
Your Baby’s Dental Health
Poor dental care for your child can cause:Learning disabilitiesUnnecessary pain & illnessCostly emergency dental care
Monday, September 21, 2009
Your Baby’s Dental Health
You could spend THOUSANDS in emergency medical expenses for dental care alone if you don’t take proactive measures
Monday, September 21, 2009
Protect your child’s dental health and save money for college
Your Baby’s Dental Health
Monday, September 21, 2009
Your Baby’s Dental Health
Expectant mothers should take care of their own dental health to promote healthy teeth in their babies
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Infant to 18 monthsTalk to your babyMake your baby laughMake brushing with a washcloth a regular part of your child’s day
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Infant to 18 months
Bottles at bedtime are a no-no because they can cause germs
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18 Months to 3 Years
Introduce your child to a toothbrush
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18 Months to 3 Years
Brush, brush, brush your teeth
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18 Months to 3 Years
Brush them everyday.
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18 Months to 3 Years
We put toothpaste on our brush
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18 Months to 3 Years
To help stop tooth decay!
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18 Months to 3 Years
Use toothpaste made for childrenMake brushing a fun game
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Trouble Brushing?
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3 to 4 Years
Supervised brushing
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3 to 4 Years
Brush teeth, tongue and gumsBrush areas your child misses
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Kindergarten & Up
Replace toothbrushes after children get sick
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Your Baby’s Dental Health
Visit the dentist when your child’s first tooth appears
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How to Choose a Dentist
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How to Choose a Dentist
Be flexible on appointment times
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How to Choose a Dentist
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Your Child’s Dental Health
Ask a dentist to meet your child before the appointment
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Don’t Have Insurance?
Ask about payment plansFind out if your child qualifies for Nebraska Medicaid at http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/med/medindex.htm
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Your Baby’s Dental Health
Preventive Care Is Key to a Healthy
Mouth
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Your Baby’s Dental Health
Cavities are painful, cause illness & look unattractive
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Your Baby’s Dental Health
Avoid soda & sweets
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Your Baby’s Dental Health
Fill sippy cups with waterDrink milk & juice during meals ONLY
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Your Baby’s Dental Health
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Your Baby’s Dental Health
Keep dental supplies handy at home and in your diaper bag to keep up the routine
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Your Baby’s Dental Health
To find a dentist:Ask parents for recommendationsSearch for dentists who can accommodate your child’s needs
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Your Baby’s Dental Health
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/dentalAmerican Academy of Pediatrics http://www.PatientEd.aap.org
For more information:
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Happy Brushing!
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