Fort Worth Children's Dentistry         Karen Ann Hake DMD         Fort Worth Pediatric Dentist
Lake Country Dental
8461 Boat Club Road = Fort Worth TX = 76179 = (817) 236-8771
 


Nursing or bottle feeding tooth decay prevention

"Dr. Hake, how can I prevent tooth decay from nursing or a bottle?"
  Taking your baby off of the breast when he/she falls asleep can prevent baby tooth decay. Hold your baby while bottle feeding.  Always take a bottle filled with milk or juice away from the sleeping child.

If your child requires a bottle at bedtime provide a bottle filled with water. Instead of a bottle, try comforting your child with a pacifier or a favorite toy or blanket.

Check with your health care provider to make sure your child is getting the right amount of fluoride. Brush your baby's teeth with a soft toothbrush daily.

For more answers about your baby's dental care call us at (817) 236-8771.

 

 

 


Children's Pedodontist
In Fort Worth Texas and the surrounding
Weatherford - Azle - Aledo - Saginaw TX areas.