When your child’s teeth begin to appear in the mouth, they become susceptible to many dental issues, if precautions are not taken. Foods such as baby formula, breast milk, formula, cow milk and different types of fruit contain sugar. These sugars can cause damage to the teeth when they are left in contact with the teeth for extended periods of time. When cavities develop quickly in toddlers and infants, it is referred to as Early Childhood Tooth Decay or ECTD. ECTD usually affects children that are under the age of five.

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