A visit to the dentist by your baby's first birthday has many benefits. Don't wait until it's too late mum and dad!
The short answer is YES! A general rule of thumb is to bring your baby to the dentist by his first birthday.
Here are some sweet benefits of bringing your baby to the dentist early:
The examination will be a simple one. The dentist will check the gums, count all the teeth, identify problems (if any) and offer toothbrushing and dietary tips to help keep your baby’s teeth healthy and clean.
Use this opportunity to ask the dentist any questions you might have about your baby’s dental care!
Visit Parent Hub, for more useful tips and guides to give your baby a healthy start.
Download the HealthHub app on Google Play or Apple Store to access more health and wellness advice at your fingertips.
This article was last reviewed on 08 Dec 2023
Related Articles
Related Stories
When used inappropriately, it can result in serious infections, longer recovery time, and loss of effectiveness for future treatments, due to infections becoming antibiotic-resistant.<br/> Follow your doctor's advice.
When it comes to your child’s health, you can never be too careful. With the Children’s Health Services on HealthHub, you have a smarter and more convenient solution to store and access your child’s health records – allowing you to keep up with your little one’s growth anytime, anywhere.
Establishing convenient and conducive environments for workers to achieve healthier lifestyles.
Browse Live Healthy