Why milk teeth matter just as much as permanent teeth, and how to prevent painful early childhood caries from bedtime milk bottles.
A common misconception is that baby teeth don't require care because they will fall out anyway. In reality, premature loss of milk teeth causes severe crowding, speech difficulties, and nutritional deficiencies.
### Key Tips for Parents
- Never let your toddler sleep with a bottle containing milk, juices, or sweetened beverages.
- Wipe infant gums with a clean damp gauze after every feed.
- Introduce soft-bristled toothbrushing with a smear of child-safe toothpaste as soon as the first tooth erupts around 6 months.
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