Frequently Asked Questions

Paediatric Dentistry

Date Posted: 12/1/2001

Question Can babies get tooth decay?

Answer Parents and would-be-parents beware; tooth decay can still be a common problem in infancy and childhood. Over the past few decades, despite the general reduction in dental tooth decay, early childhood tooth decay is still common.

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Can babies get tooth decay?
Are baby teeth essential?
What are the most common dental decay problems seen in preschool children?
At what age should I schedule my child’s first visit to the dentist?