Even the most well-meaning parents may unknowingly harm their child’s dental health.
What not to do:
- Letting Kids Sleep With Bottles or Sippy Cups
- Leads to cavities, especially with milk or juice.
- Waiting Too Long for the First Dental Visit
- Delaying increases risk of untreated decay.
- Skipping Flossing
- Cavities between teeth are common—even in toddlers.
Scientific Evidence:
- A CDC study (2019) found cavities between baby teeth are among the most common untreated dental issues in children under 5.
- Kids who don’t floss are 40% more likely to develop cavities in between teeth by age 6 (AAPD).
Avoid these common mistakes, and you’ll save your child from pain and dental problems later.
