Early Childhood Caries

Never put your baby to bed with a bottle.

If a bottle is their pacifier, use only water in the bottle.

Babies who drink bottles lying down may have more ear infections.

Only give your baby a bottle during meals.

Teach your child to drink from a cup as soon as possible or by 1 year of age.

Keep your baby’s mouth clean by using gauze or a baby toothbrush after feedings.

Use water and a soft children’s toothbrush for daily cleaning once your child has teeth.

Take your child to the dentist! Follow the rule of "first visit by first birthday."