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How do you care for a baby's mouth (before they have teeth)?
Good oral health starts even before that first tooth. A baby's mouth should be cleaned once a day by wiping a clean damp face cloth around the mouth and gums. Never put a baby or toddler to bed with a bottle. This can lead to "bottle mouth," where the juice or milk stays on the teeth and leads to tooth decay. For more information read Healthy Teeth for Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers. (PDF)
