Which statement is true about the care of the toddler's teeth?
a. Because deciduous teeth are not permanent, they are not important to the child.
b. Children can be encouraged to brush their teeth after the teeth have been thoroughly cleaned by the parent.
c. Secondary tooth eruption begins at 4 to 5 years of age.
d. Fluoride supplements can be discontinued when the secondary teeth erupt.
B
Toddlers lack the manual dexterity to remove plaque adequately, so parents must assume this responsibility. Deciduous teeth are important because they maintain spacing and play an important role in the growth and development of the jaws and face and in speech development. Secondary teeth erupt at about 6 years of age. If the family does not live in an area in which fluoride is included in the water supply, fluoride supplements should be continued.
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