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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Give this kid a toothbrush and toothpaste. After she eats or drinks, tell her to brush. It will really help to get the food out of her teeth. And if she can't brush right away, teach her to take a big swig of water to get things off of her teeth.[/quote] She does this and has for a long time.[/quote] Right after eating or drinking, the mouth is in an acidic state and the brushing can cause excessive loss of enamel. My dentist said to wait about 30-60 minutes after eating or drinking before brushing. Right after eating she can rinse her mouth well with water and maybe use a toothpick/floss. Foods like carrots or apples or celery can help get crackers out of the grooves, so if it's part of a meal like school lunch when brushing isn't convenient, end with those foods. My dentist agrees that crackers are a culprit, so maybe encourage eating those first, then ending with a veggie.[/quote]
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