Dental Checklist for
Infants and Toddlers
Birth to 6 Months
- ____ Clean mouth with gauze after feedings and at bedtime.
- ____ Ask your pediatrician or pediatric dentist about fluoride
supplements.
- ____ Regulate feeding habits.
6 to 12 Months
- ____ First tooth should appear; time to see the pediatric dentist for an
exam.
- ____ Begin to brush teeth after each feeding and at bedtime with small,
soft-bristled brush.
- ____ Baby begins to walk; be alert to dental injuries.
- ____ Wean from breast or bottle by first birthday.
12 to 24 Months
- ____ Discontinue bottle use (especially at night) in consultation with
your doctor.
- ____ First visit to dentist.
- ____ Follow schedule of exams and cleanings recommended by pediatric
dentist.
- ____ Start using pea-sized portions of fluoridated toothpaste when child
is able to rinse.
- ____ Most primary teeth have erupted.
- ____ Diet counseling - hygiene instruction.
3 to 4 Years
- ____ Evaluate primary molars for enamel sealant.
- ____ Verify change in fluoride dosage.
5 to 6 Years
- ____ Seal permanent first molars.
7 to 8 Years
- ____ Ask for orthodontic evaluation.
10 to 11 Years
- ____ Seal all premolars.
- ____ Evaluate appearance of teeth.
- ____ Confirm orthodontic evaluation.
12 Years
- ____ Seal permanent second molars.
12 - 16 Years
- ____ Continue check-up visits every six months.
17 Years
- ____ Discontinue fluoride treatment.
The above procedures are in
addition to periodic check-up exams every six months. |
