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Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

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Learning ObjectiveAfter reviewing this slides and

listening to the audio, a student will be able to state in writing 3 ways to prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay.

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What is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?Severe decay of baby teeth

Baby Bottle Tooth DecayPreventableCause: baby’s/toddler’s teeth

exposed to sugary substances, juices, formula for prolonged periods

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How Can You Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?

Prevention:Only water in a bottle or give a

pacifier at bed/naptime

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Videos

http://organizedwisdom.com/helpbar/index.html?return=http://organizedwisdom.com/Baby_Bottle_Tooth_Decay&url=www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DgsE3RMPco

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qtm5XnQDQsw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EAqpmk4TbI

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How Else Can You Prevent BBTD?Start giving a baby a cup to use and

practice with around 6 months. Also assist your baby with the cup

so he gets used to drinking from something else besides a bottle. The cup can be empty or have a very small amount of water or formula in it for baby to practice with.

Wean infant/toddler from the bottle around 12-14 months

PreschoolersPreschoolers can manage most of

their own personal care, but they may still need some adult assistance.

Good dental hygiene is important for all children once they have teeth.

A baby’s gum and teeth can be wiped with a damp cloth to remove food particles

Parents should brush a toddlers teeth at least once a day.

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Summary: Baby Bottle Tooth Decay Prevention

Prevention:1. Put a baby to bed/nap with a

bottle of water or a pacifier. 2. Start giving a baby a cup to use

and practice with around 6 months. Wean infant/toddler from the bottle around 12-14 months

3. Also, brush your toddlers teeth at least twice a day.

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BBTD: More InformationFor more information on BBTD,

visit the following website:See how a pediatric dentist responds to a question from a mother of a two year old that has a lot of dental caries. (Retrieved June 26, 2011 from http://search.creativecommons.org/?q=baby%20bottle%20tooth%20decay%20graphic.