Baby Bottle Tooth Delay

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay: Prevention & Care

Baby bottle tooth decay (also known as baby bottle syndrome or nursing bottle caries) is a dental condition characterized by the rapid decay of many or all of a child’s baby teeth. The upper front teeth are most at risk since they erupt first and are exposed to sugars in the bottle for longer periods. The lower front teeth are often protected by the tongue during bottle feeding or breastfeeding.

How to Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay:

1. Clean your child’s teeth daily to remove any sugars or bacteria.
2. Never let your child fall asleep with a bottle of milk, juice, or formula.
3. Start bottle weaning by the age of 1.
4. Offer plain water for thirst, instead of sugary drinks.
5. Ensure your child gets the fluoride they need to prevent decay.
6. Schedule regular dental visits starting with the eruption of their first tooth.