Which comments indicate that the mother of a toddler needs further teaching about dental care?
a. "We use well water so I give my toddler fluoride supplements."
b. "My toddler brushes his teeth with my help."
c. "My child will not need a dental checkup until his permanent teeth come in."
d. "I use a small nylon bristle brush for my toddler's teeth."
C
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A Toddlers need fluoride supplements when they use a water supply that is not
fluorinated.
B Toddlers need supervision with dental care. The parent should finish brushing
areas not reached by the child.
C Children should first see the dentist 6 months after the first primary tooth erupts
and no later than age 30 months.
D A small nylon bristle brush works best for cleaning toddlers' teeth.
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