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Tooth paste for kid
My son is 1 year 9 months old. Shall I start brushing his teeth with tooth paste? What type of tooth paste can be used? Pediflor Kidz is a good choice or not? Suggestions pls. Thanks in advance.
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Hi u use non fluoridated tooth paste till 3 years.. after that fluoridated tooth paste.. please brush
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Dr. Sugandh Mittal
Pediatric Dentist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Non fluoridated tooth paste is recommended for kids below 2 yrs, since they would not hve learnt proper spitting skill.
Brush twice daily, once with toothpaste n once just with wet brush.
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Dr. Mahima Sehgal
Pediatric Dentist
8 yrs exp
Meerut
Yes definitely u should start brushing his teeth..pediflor is usually given in children frm 2 to 6 yrs of age..colgate smiles baby or cherio toothpaste for kids below 2 yrs is recommended in children from 0 to 2 years..
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