Can milk give holes in children's teeth?

Question:

Hello.

I have a son of 6 years who like to ALWAYS have something to drink when he is in bed. He always get water because I believe it is the best when the teeth are brushed...BUT my gf does not think it does anything he get the milk??...can it really be??...seemed to always I have heard that milk can also provide holes in the teeth...or maybe it is the only infant formula that is not smart after brushing??

Catfish

Answer:

Dear Catfish,

You are absolutely right in what you say. Milk can provide holes in the teeth, because it contains milk sugar. No matter what type of milk we are talking about. So hold fast to your son should only have water to drink before bedtime.

Hope you can use my answer.

With kind regards

Dentist Joan Olsen

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Dentistry.dk™ – the Road to healthier teeth

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Must be water on the toothbrush before brushing?

Question:

Hello, I would like to know if it makes any difference if you put water on the toothbrush/toothpaste BEFORE you brush your teeth? I am aware that it is best not to rinse the mouth after brushing, but it doesn't matter with water on the brush before ?
Thank you and with kind regards

Hanne

Answer:

Dear Hanne,

It really does not matter if you put water on the toothbrush before brushing your teeth, it is essential is that you yourself have touched on, not to rinse the mouth with water after brushing.

Hope you can use my answer.

With kind regards

Dentist Joan Olsen

www.tandpleje.dk/brevkassen

Dentistry.dk™ – the Road to healthier teeth

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