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Should I use toothpaste for my baby’s teeth?

by Dr. Jay, August 31, 2011 Kiddie teeth, Tips From The Makati Dentist 0

The answer is yes, according to the Pediatric Dentistry Center Philippines.  And the makati dentist agrees so. Here are some of our recommendations. 1. Use a toothpaste that is formulated for kids.  The fluoride content is lesser than the regular toothpaste adults use. Remember, when bacterias attack the tooth, the minerals that make up the… Read More »

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SEALANTS: SEAL OUT THE CAVITIES

by Dr. Jay, March 10, 2011 Kiddie teeth 0

Parents!  Seal out the cavities in Your Kid’s Teeth Did you know that sealants are plastic barriers to protect the chewing surfaces of your kids’ permanent molars from decay? The placement of dental sealants involves your dentist bonding a plastic coating into the grooves of your tooth (the tooth’s pits and fissures). The net result is a smoother… Read More »