How To Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

How do I prevent baby bottle tooth decay?

The best method for preventing baby bottle tooth decay is to breastfeed your baby. If, however, you're using bottles, remember to use good technique with your baby to prevent baby bottle tooth decay. Don't leave it so that the bottle just drips and drips. Fill the dropper only a little bit and make the baby suck it out the rest of the way. Never leave a baby in a crib, a bassinet, a carrier, or walking around with a bottle. Remember that as long as the baby has the bottle, it can drip milk, which could cause baby bottle tooth decay. Always take it away and use it only at feeding times just as you would with breastfeeding.