Breastfeeding VS Bottle-feeding in Preventing Childhood Cavities. 

It has been suggested that breastfeeding over bottle feeding is better for your baby’s overall health. However, concerning early childhood cavities, breastfeeding is no better or worse than bottle feeding. Both can cause dental decay in baby teeth if proper dental care is not taken. To help prevent dental erosion: Avoid overnight feedings; letting your baby nurse at will can make milk pool in the baby’s mouth, which will cause acid to form contagiously throughout the night, leading to tooth decay. This is the same with bottles, so avoid letting your child walk around with a baby bottle. Whether breastfeeding or bottle feeding your baby, wipe your teeth and gums with a clean damp washcloth after feedings. The ADA (American Dental Association) suggest you encourage your child to drink from a cup by the time they reach their first birthday. Dentists offer you to take your child to their first dental appointment by the time they get their first birthday. We recommend having either dental insurance or a dental plan to help make going to the dentist more affordable. And remember, preventive dental care starts from home.