Should I be ‘brushing’ for my child even though they don’t have teeth?

The health of the gums can affect of the erupting baby teeth also known as primary teeth. An early oral hygiene routine should begin before teeth even erupt. You can start by cleaning the gums with a soft piece of wet gauze to remove any excess milk residue. You can start this at least once a day from 2 months of age. There are also soft tooth and gum cleaners that can be placed on your finger to help make things easier. Some even come with Orajel® to help during those difficult times that your child’s teeth may be erupting. Lastly, don’t forget to wipe the tongue as well.