Part 1: Case Study

Question 2 of 3

Yes, the TRUE statement is:

A baby's teeth need to be cleaned as soon as they erupt into the oral cavity

The teeth need to be cleaned either with a wet, small-headed, soft-bristled toothbrush or a wet washcloth or gauze at least one time a day, with twice-daily cleanings being preferable.

The FALSE statements were:

The parent or caretaker must be the responsible person to clean the baby's teeth, usually until the age of two

It is felt that the parent or caretaker should clean the baby's teeth until about the age of FIVE when the child has the dexterity to assume this responsibility - however, supervision may still be needed while the child is brushing

Any fluoride-containing dentifrice can be used when toothbrushing a baby's teeth

A fluoride-containing dentifrice with the SEAL OF APPROVAL FROM THE AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION is to be used to brush a baby's teeth

Teething will cause feverish, fussy, cranky babies

Clearly, there are OTHER CAUSES of such behavior as teething is a normal physiologic process. If a child has a fever, nausea or congestion, it is important not to assume the cause is teething but to check with a pediatrician.

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