What to Do When a Child’s Baby Tooth Falls Out
When a baby tooth falls out, it’s a big deal! It’s a sign of your child growing ever faster and time to scramble to play tooth fairy.
Whether you’re planning on winging it when it comes to that part, there are still some steps you definitely should take once a tooth falls out. But if you’re scratching your head wondering what you should be doing, look no further!
Here are the things you should be doing to take the best care of your kid when they reach this milestone.
Clean Up
When your child’s baby tooth falls out, the first thing you should do is to properly clean the area. This can be done by having your child rinse their mouth with water until the bleeding stops.
Then, to make sure the area is especially clean, have them rinse with saltwater. This can be a little difficult since the taste is not especially pleasant, but it definitely gets the area clean.
Finally, you can wipe the area with clean gauze to get rid of any blood that might be hanging around, something you might have done when they were still babies without any teeth!
Keep Watch
Next, make sure you’re checking in with your child a couple of times each day after their tooth falls out. This is just to make sure they aren’t developing any kind of infection as the new tooth comes in.
In this process, sometimes you might notice blisters developing in your child’s mouth. Don’t panic!
Blisters in your child’s mouth are normal when their teeth fall out and usually disappear after a few days on their own. However, if it looks like an area is getting infected (swelling, pus, excessive bleeding) make sure to pay a visit to your child’s dentist!
Encourage Dental Hygiene
Finally, as the new teeth come in it’s especially important to encourage your child to practice good dental hygiene. There are many ways you can do this!
Whether it’s through educational books or a fun visit/note from the tooth fairy, getting your kid excited about brushing their teeth twice a day and flossing can be a whole adventure. It can be especially fun to treat them to a cool toothbrush, toothpaste, or floss.
One thing’s for sure when a kid loses a tooth, it’s cause for celebration! So find your own way to have fun!
No Problem When a Baby Tooth Falls Out
Now you’re well equipped to handle the situation when a baby tooth falls out. Whether they’re just wiggling or you’re ready to creatively pull that chomper out, you have the ultimate guide at your fingertips.
Have fun experiencing this important part of life with your child, and look forward to all of the holey smiles and adorable lisps to come. And also to losing a little cash if you go down the tooth fairy route!
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