Baby's first Birthday

It’s time to see a dentist.

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends scheduling a visit to the dentist within six months of the eruption of the first tooth, and no later than the child's first birthday.

If you take your child to the dentist at an early age, your dentist can help you prevent any problems. Your dentist will check for decay and other problems, teach you how to clean your child's teeth daily and identify your child's fluoride needs. By starting dental visits early, you'll help your child build a lifetime of good dental habits.

The best way to find a good dentist is to ask friends and family, other professionals or specialists or calling a local dental society or contacting American Dental Association. You can take your child to your family dentist and he or she will recommend or refer your child to a pediatric dentist if it’s necessary.