#asktheexpert which is the right age for babies to start brushing their teeth? Until then how to maintain their oral health

A. Brushing too hard can damage your child’s gums. Plaque can be removed by a light brushing. But once plaque has hardened into calculus (tartar), brushing won't remove it, you will need cleaning at the dentist's office. Two minutes is the minimum time you need to clean teeth. Try to brush your teeth in the same order every day. This can help you cover every area of your mouth. If you do this routinely, it will become a routine for your child