Baby teeth play a very vital role in childhood and their health has a direct impact on the health of the mouth and permanent teeth. Proper and regular care of these teeth not only prevents decay and oral diseases, but also ensures the growth and development of the child's jaw and face. Children's baby teeth... ### Importance of baby teeth care Baby teeth are the first set of teeth that a child receives and they remain until about 12 years old.. These teeth help to speak, chew food and speak properly.. Also, the health of these teeth affects the permanent teeth and the overall health of the mouth.. Good hygiene habits Proper brushing instruction, the importance of using toothpaste containing fluoride, and maintaining oral hygiene both at home and at school are of great importance. Children from a young age should use a soft and age-appropriate toothbrush two to three times a day. Parents should teach them how to brush their teeth correctly. It prevents the accumulation of bacteria and bad breath... ### 2... proper nutrition and limiting sugar consumption Nutrition plays an important role in oral and dental health... the amount of sugar consumed, especially in all kinds of sweet drinks, chocolates and snacks, should be controlled.... High sugar consumption is the main cause of tooth decay... - **Consumption of healthy food:** Vegetables, fresh fruits, low-fat dairy products, and whole grains provide essential nutrients and fiber that support healthy teeth... - **Drinking water:** Water is the best drink and keeps the oral cavity clean by washing away food residues.... ### 3.... Regular dental examinations. Regular visits every 6 months help to diagnose and treat small caries in the early stages.... - **checkup and fluoridation:** Prevention with fluoridation and professional cleaning is very effective.... - **Training and advice:** The doctor teaches the parents the care methods as well as the correct habits and the problems that may be mentioned.... ### 4.... Prevention of harmful habits Some habits such as finger sucking, chewing on hard objects, or improper use of pacifiers may cause structural problems and caries. **Footnote:** This general information is a limited summary of diagnostic, therapeutic and/or drug information. It is not intended to be comprehensive and should be used as a tool to help the user understand and/or evaluate potential diagnostic and treatment options. This information does not contain all information about conditions, treatments, drugs, side effects or risks that may apply to a particular patient.. Risks or benefits of drugs. does not.... I, Dr. Mehdi Afshari, disclaim any guarantee or responsibility related to this information or its use.... > * Among the medical services provided in the office are periodical examinations of children, periodical monitoring of children's growth and physical development, treatment of various infectious, digestive and respiratory diseases in children and adolescents, nutritional counseling, education and periodical care of premature babies, monitoring and treatment of all periodical problems during infancy, periodical mental and physical evaluation of children. > *special services of Dr. Mehdi Afshari: specialized office circumcision, home visit and online consultation* > > *Practice address: No. 193, South Mehrabad, Southern Air University, Tafarsh East, Tehran > > *Contact number: 021-66602506*