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TEETHING

It is heartwarming to see a baby giving you an innocent toothless smile.
But you won’t miss it when your baby starts teething.
Teething is the stage when your baby’s first tooth starts erupting. It starts at the age of around 6 to 9 months.
Signs to look out for when teething :
Normal signs
Your baby will be irritable
Fussiness
Sore gums where tooth is to be erupted
Mild temperature
Drooling of saliva more than usual
Baby tries to chew on things
Abnormal signs
High temperature
Rash
Upset stomach
Consult your dentist or pediatrician if your baby experiences abnormal signs

How can you help your baby during teething?
You can do the following
Gently rub on the sore gums with a small wet cold cotton
Give safe teether to chew on to reduce the irritation
Clean gums with wet cotton or soft cloth after every feeding
Discontinue bottle feeding.
Teething is one of the most important phases in your child’s growth. Take care of your baby’s new pearls from the beginning.

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BRUSHING YOUR TEETH – THE MANTRA TO HEALTHY SMILE

There is a very popular saying
“You brush your teeth in morning to keep your friends,
You brush your teeth at night to keep your teeth”
Ever wondered what is the secret mantra to have that beautiful healthy smile?
If yes, you have come to the right place.
The mantra is BRUSH BRUSH BRUSH.
Brushing twice a day is the go to thing for maintaining good oral hygiene.
Each and everyone wishes to avoid cavities. But are unsure on how to achieve that.
When you brush your teeth, you remove the food which is stuck in between your teeth.
Many people brush twice a day but still tend to suffer from dental issues.
The reason behind this is improper brushing technique.
Follow the following brushing technique :
Place your toothbrush at a 45 degree angle.
Gently move the brush back and forth,in short strokes.
Similarly clean all surfaces of all teeth
For cleaning the inner surface of front teeth, place the brush vertically and move it in up and down motion.
Along with proper brushing take care of :
Change brush every 3 months
Use soft toothbrush
Floss after brushing your teeth
Gargle after every time you eat
Visit for a routine dental check up every 6 months
With the proper brushing technique you will be able to maintain your healthy smile.