ORAL
MILESTONES
BABY'S 1ST YEAR:
HEALTH
Your baby doesn't have teeth, but he does have strong gums!During the firstmonth at home, your little one maylearn to put his hand to his mouth. (0-3 MONTHS)
NEWBORN
Tips: Ahand to the mouth can be a sign of hunger.
THE
STAGE
The cute little bubbles your baby is startingto blow may mean that his firsttooth is on the way! All that drool helps keep the baby's mouth moist& clean. (3-6 MONTHS)
DROOLING STAGE Tips: Saliva protects against tooth decay.
THE
Startingto see the front or bottom teeth pop up? This is referred to as "cuttingteeth." Teething can cause mild irritability & a low-grade temperature. (4-7 MONTHS) THE TEETHING STAGE Tips: Ease baby's discomfort by gently rubbing their gums.
After the front teeth pop up, the molars and canine teeth will follow. The timing of each child's teeth can vary, so don't worry if your baby doesn't followthis pattern. Somebabies don't cut their 1st tooth until aftertheir 1st birthday! (6-12 MONTHS) THE TWO TEETH AND BEYOND STAGE Tips: Use a washcloth to wipe away milk residue. When teeth pop up, brush with a soft, child-size toothbrush.
You did it, Mom! You made it through your little one's 1st year! There's nothing cuterthan a smiling baby covered in birthday cake, which isa sweet reminder to schedule their firstdental visit. (12 MONTHS) BABY'S 1ST BIRTHDAY! Tips: Ease baby's discomfort by gently rubbing their gums.
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