Infants
Articles
Your Infant'sMouth
Soon after an infant is born, a physician or nurse practitioner thoroughly examines his or her body, including the mouth.
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How Do I Care for My Infant's Teeth?
Good oral care starts from the beginning of your child's life. Even before his or her first teeth emerge, certain factors can affect their future appearance and health.
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Can Pacifiers and Baby Bottles Ruin My Baby's Teeth?
Sucking is an innate reflex that babies develop and practice in the womb as they prepare for their first meal. Sucking is so important to a child’s development that it is comforting well into a child’s first years of life — long after he or she no longer needs to get nourishment from a breast or bottle.
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Thrush (Candidiasis)
Thrush is the common name for a mouth infection caused by an overgrowth of the Candida fungus, which normally lives in many people's mouths.
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Videos and Interactive Guides
How to Brush
Learn the technique recommended for the best cleaning.
How to Floss
Find simple instructions for effective flossing.
Fresh Breath Assessment
How fresh is your breath? Find out by visiting the Fresh Breath Institute.
Guide to Brushing
Test your brushing skills with our FUN 3-D brusher.
