#AskTheExpert i am breastfeeding my 4.5month old baby. Should i clean her mouth and tongue with finger brush? Also please let me know how to clean the private area.. Is it ok only to wipe off in the outside or should i clean interior parts also.

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ExpertDr Devanshi MehtaPediatric Dentist4 years ago

A. Hello You can use a damp guaze piece or a cotton cloth to wipe and clean the gums. Start using a finger brush once the teeth start erupting. Clean the tongue too.

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