Your Oral Health

For parents and primary carers of babies, it's important that you look after your own teeth. By looking after your own teeth, you set a good example for your children and your children will be more likely to follow your example. To help the health of your child's mouth, you can try the following:

• Have a dental check-up before your baby is born
• Practise good oral hygiene before and after your baby is born. With a newborn, it can be difficult to find time for yourself,

however ensure that you:

• Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoridated toothpaste
• Floss daily
• Drink fluoridated tap water
• Limit your intake of high sugar foods
• Make sure you have regular dental check ups