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References: American Academy of Pediatrics
Adapted from CAMBRA- CDA Journal Oct/Nov. 2007
ACPHD Office of Dental Health, 010814, rev 11/2020 Families
Keep a Bright Smile!
Visit the dentist
every 6 months.
Start by the first birthday.
Brush 2 times a day.
Use a pea-sized amount
of fluoride toothpaste.
Choose water
instead of soda
or other sugary drinks.
Limit drinking fruit juice.
Drink tap water with
fluoride for strong teeth.
Limit candy and
sticky, starchy snacks.
Rinse your mouth with
water after snacks.
Floss at least once a
day.
Do not share spoons
or cups with babies.
The germs that cause
cavities can be
passed on to babies.
Eat healthy snacks
vegetables
fruits
milk
cheese
yogurt