The joy of a new parent knows no bounds but the status comes with many new responsibilities. One of these is making the right health decision for the baby, including oral health.
Addressing this issue, the Nigerian Dental Association in an educational tweet on its Twitter handle, @nigdental, advised parents to clean the mouth of newborns after every meal, even before they start growing teeth.It said it is important to care for the child’s teeth and dental health from birth to prevent or reduce tooth decay in infants and children.
If there is a presence of whitish coating that refuses to come off after thorough cleaning, please consult your doctor.
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