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Common oral health care myths include the neglecting to care for baby teeth, using at-home care as a substitute for seeing the dentist and only visiting the dentist when something isn’t right. These dental care myths jeopardize the health of one’s teeth and gums.

While it’s true baby teeth will fall out, they are important and require proper, adequate care. The lack of care of primary teeth can lead to pediatric tooth decay.

The custom of disposing lost baby teeth spans hundreds of years. The American Tooth Fairy didn’t appear until the 1950s and took off in popularity in the 1970s.

When your child has a cold, cough medicine is often the first thing used to relieve their symptoms. These medicines, however, contain sugar that damage tooth enamel and cause cavities.

The regular drinking of water as an alternative to the milk and juices that young children crave has many benefits including improved overall and dental health. Regular at-home oral hygiene and dental check-ups and cleanings are also important for your child’s oral health.