Dental Hygiene for Infants | Keeping Their Smile Bright

Your newborn’s first tooth is starting to poke through their gums. It’s an exciting milestone! However, many parents are unaware of the best dental hygiene practices for infants. Now that they have a tooth, do they need to see a dentist? When should you start encouraging brushing? Dr. Emily Hahn answers all of the most common questions she receives from parents.
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