By when can I start using a toothpaste for my baby? Which ones are good to use?

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I have read that we should try to avoid introducing tooth paste before the age of 2 years old. This is because baby may not know how to spit out the toothpaste. It is harmful for baby to consume too much toothpaste which contain Floride.http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/life-stages/infant-oral-care/article/sw-281474979202192. The above article mentioned that it's good to introduce fruity taste toothpaste but I was advised by Dentist to avoid introducing fruity toothpaste so that kids will not mistaken toothpaste as food.

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i spoke to the dentist for my baby's first brushing experience and i was told that you can start using a toothpaste from the time your baby is over a year old. just make sure that the toothpaste does not contain any fluoride. also, initially you can help your baby just use the toothbrush and spit out the water, and then introduce the paste. in India, using the simple Colgate toothpaste that is white in colour is the best choice, even for babies.

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You should start using toothpaste from 18 months of age. Avoid fluoride toothpastes until your child knows how to spit. I bought Jack n Jill organic toothpaste. It's non-toxic, and comes in yummy flavours like banana, blueberry and strawberry. Before your child turns 18 months old, you can just use water. http://www.babyteeth.com.au/oral-hygene/brushing-baby-teeth.html http://sg.theasianparent.com/care-for-childrens-teeth/

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thanks

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