1- Nothing is more important than proper brushing twice a day . Night brushing is necessary to remove the plaque and acidic food stuck throughout the day

2- Proper brushing
Improper brushing results in injury to the teeth in addition to having no effect on cleaning. Brushing horizontally with excessive force results in abrasion of teeth. Hence visist a dentist and learn the right technique to brush different areas of the mouth.

3-Fluoride tooth paste
Use a tooth paste containing fluoride to minimise the dental decay

DIET

In general, avoid anything very hard or sticky! These foods may loosen bands or break off brackets from the teeth causing damage and delay in your treatment. Cut your foods into small pieces and chew slowly and carefully to avoid breaking, bending or loosening your appliances (braces). Almost any- thing can be eaten as long as it is cut into small pieces and eaten slowly with care.

Specifically, avoid eating the following:

Chewing gum, candy, apples, taffy, peanut brittle, caramels, tootsie rolls, hard candies, gummy bears.

Importance of Baby teeth

Primary teeth or baby teeth are essential to infants or small kids as healthy permanent teeth are to older children and adults. Baby teeth not only help children speak clearly and chew naturally, they also aid in growth of jaws and forms a path that permanent teeth can follow when they are ready to erupt.
So in order to to keep your child's teeth healthy without cavities and any other oral health problems , here are few things your dentist want you to know and follow.

1. Clean the gums

-​Starting from birth, wipe your baby's gum with a clean damp cloth or gauze pad everyday.