According to the American Dental Association (ADA), oral hygiene should begin before baby teeth erupt, by wiping the gums and tongue after feeding to reduce milk residue and bacterial buildup.
Strawberries, apples, broccoli, and celery all have firm textures that help remove stains from teeth, neutralize bacteria, and support cleaner gums and throat.
Practices like using toothpicks, not replacing toothbrushes regularly, and sharing oral hygiene tools can damage gums and increase the risk of infectious diseases.
