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Mom of a 3 yr 4 m old girl1 Year ago

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My daughter doesn't open mouth while brushing teeth . She will be two in May. Please suggest is it ok for her not to brush teeth on ydaily basis

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Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 4 m old boy1 Year ago

A. this is just a habit in your child which can be changed. you can either divert the child or you can talk with the child to change the habit. many times by regular negative feedback mechanism you will be able to changef the habit of the child. keep the child busy in something more interesting as well as helpful for overall child development you can take help of your pediatrician .

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