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[quote=Anonymous]Our pediatrician actually does not recommend fluoride for kids until it they are having obvious problems with tooth health. At that, he only recommends a lentil-size dab of toothpaste -- not the drops/supplement. Beyond that, he recommends using a xylitol-based paste. Our dentist wants us to use fluoride 3xs a day, but ... no way.

All that said - I have horrid teeth (despite a lifetime of fluoridated water, pastes, sealants, flossing, etc.) and want to give my son a good start. We use a xylitol-based paste (earth paste) morning and afternoon. Before bed, we floss (just getting into the habit) and use a tongue scraper.  Then we use a lentil-size dab of paste, rinse, then follow with a  thorough brushing with the earth paste. If we are out during the day and he has had a sugary snack, I give him a few Spry lemon mints. So far, so good. He's 3.5 and had 3 good dental checkups.

What does your dentist recommend? Maybe see what s/he suggests after examining your child's teeth.[/quote]

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