​Once your little one turns three, it's time to use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste to brush his teeth.

​Make sure your child spits out the toothpaste after brushing, instead of swallowing it.

​Milk teeth do not fall out all at once — the first ones will fall out when your child is about six or seven, and the last ones will fall out around ages 10 to 12.

​Protect your child’s pearly whites. Bring him for a dental check-up once every six months, or as advised by the dentist.

​Encourage the little one to take a short 5-minute break after 30 to 40 minutes of near work activity.


​Make sure your child keeps his distance from screens:

  • Tablets and phones: 40-50 cm
  • TV: The larger the TV screen, the further away your child should sit

​Thinking of switching your little one to low-fat milk? Between the ages of two and five, you may start giving him low-fat milk.

​Limit how much sugary beverages your little one drinks; these include soft drinks, fruit juice, and flavoured milk. Remember, water is best!

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