Do you put your baby to bed with a bottle?

Unfortunately, many parents do. Not only does sucking on a bottle when propped or lying down increase the possibility of ear infections, but sugars in juice, milk or sodas deposit on teeth, causing a reaction that leads to the erosion of the delicate coating of protective enamel and thus to the destruction of the tooth. These are a result of prolonged exposure from the bottle being left with an child.

Practice good preventive health for your child’s teeth. Clean them regularly with a soft brush or gauze, visit the dentist regularly and never ever put your child to bed with a bottle!

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