Sesi Tanya Pakar bersama Dr. Eileen Teoh, Doktor Pergigian, Lou Dental Surgery

3) Also, ensure regular dental visit (as early as 6 months old) to ensure his/her oral condition is always in a good state.

Hello! Thank you for your question! It is advisable to brush your baby’s teeth at least twice a day. Once in the morning and another one right before bed time. It would be even better if you could ensure his / her teeth is cleaned 30 minutes after mealtime.

Hi Sharifah, thanks for your question ! Brushing teeth twice a day everyday is indeed a correct practice but brushing in the correct way is important as well. You can monitor her during toothbrushing or even help her a little if she is having difficulty cleaning certain areas as young children are lacking motor coordination compared to adults. On a side note, high sugar diet can be the culprit of causing cavity so sugary food and drinks should be reduced in order to prevent caries. Last but not least, eating and drinking after brushing at night is not encouraged.

Hi Yaaaa, thank you for your question. Kids toothpaste can be used starting from 6 months old or when the first milk tooth started erupting (whichever comes first). Note that only toothpaste of pea size is needed when brushing children's teeth.

ok baik.. terima kasih doktor

noted! terima kasih Dr.

Hi, terima kasih atas soalan anda. Ubat gigi kanak-kanak boleh mula digunakan sejak bayi berumur 6 bulan dengan syarat anak anda perlu diajar meludah selepas kumur. Ubat gigi saiz kacang pis (dalam kuantiti yang sangat sedikit) diperlukan sahaja