Shiny bright healthy teeth!

Our current topic is teeth and we will soon have a friendly dentist come in to give us a talk on oral health. The children have enjoyed using toothbrushes to clean the teeth of the dinosaurs, and they have been fascinated by our 'mega teeth' - you have to see them to believe the size of this set of gnashers!

Here is our information leaflet on teeth:

A Parent’s Guide to Teeth

Questions & Answers about Kid’s teeth

What are the best snacks to give my child?

The best snacks are fruit and raw vegetables – bananas, carrot sticks. Also breadsticks, crackers
or rice cakes. Eating sweets at meal times helps to avoid building up acids by eating between meals.

What are the best drinks for my child’s teeth?

Children over one year old – milk and water. Cow’s milk is not suitable for children under 12months. Fruit juices (not for babies under 6 months) are best had at mealtimes using a straw.
If they are thirsty water is best. Fizzy drinks contain acids that can affect the enamel on your child’s teeth.

Are sippy cups good for teeth?

These cups are like bottles as a child will still need to suck to make them work. A feeder cup without valves is better as the flow is unrestricted. Bottles should be given up by the age of one because the teats and spouts encourage children to suck for long periods which can mean that the drink stays in contact with the teeth for longer and may cause tooth decay.

(Reference www.nhs.uk)


Check food labels for hidden sugars and limit the amount of sugary foods Begin to brush baby’s teeth as soon as they appear using a small soft brush. A high fluoride tooth paste is recommended. Brush your teeth after each main meal with your child so they learn by example.
Take your child to the dentist for regular checkups every 6 months.

(Reference Nursery World and Stop the Rot campaign)