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Did you know……..

Dental Health Group — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:03:59 +0000

…In 23-79 AD, the practice of oral hygiene included drinking goat’s milk for sweet breath. And you think some modern mouthwashes are strong!

…There is evidence of the habitual use of some kind of cleaning agents on the teeth of prehistoric skulls.

…The Chinese had by at least 1500 AD developed a toothbrush that looks remarkably like its modern counterpart.

…In the 19th century, the strawberry was considered to be a “natural” solution for preventing tartar and giving fresh breath.

How should I clean my child’s teeth?

admin — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:50:18 +0000

You should begin cleaning your baby’s teeth as soon as the first teeth erupt. Using gauze or a damp washcloth you should gently wipe the surface of the teeth and gums. You can help your child to learn proper brushing techniques by doing it with them every bedtime until they can properly handle the brushing and flossing themselves.

How much toothpaste should I use?

admin — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 21:46:51 +0000

A very small amount, about the size of a small pea is more than adequate. Children tend to swallow a fair amount of the toothpaste and, over time, this can cause white spots to form on permanent teeth due to the excess of fluoride.