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Prevention and Education
Together, we will create a Cavity Free ND — free resources, tips, and tools to help parents protect their children's smiles from birth to age 8.
Your child's diet is important for their dental and overall health
What your child eats directly affects their teeth, which is why it’s essential to understand the effects their evolving diet can have on their primary teeth. A healthy diet is low in added sugar and rich in protein, dairy, grain, fruit, and vegetables.
Resources for All Ages
Start here — these resources apply at every stage of your child's dental development.
Assess Cavity Risk
Take a quick assessment to understand your child's decay
Find a Dentist
Locate a dentist in your area who sees children.
Dental Products
Age-appropriate toothbrushes, toothpaste, and more.
Brushing Chart
A printable chart to build a daily brushing habit.
Save a Smile
Help give free toothbrushes to kids in need across North Dakota.
Complete Cavity Free ND Guide
Download the full guide to cavity-free oral health
Resources for All Ages
Start here — these resources apply at every stage of your child's dental development.
Assess Cavity Risk
When your child's first tooth erupts, it's essential to develop routine brushing habits right away. Your child may be at risk if they have noticeable plaque, white spots, or don't yet have a primary pediatric dentist.
Take the Assessment
Find a Dentist
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a child's first dental visit by age 1 or within 6 months of their first tooth.
Find a Dentist
First Dental Visit
Learn what to expect at your child's first dental appointment and how to make it a positive experience.
Learn More
Brushing Habits
Use a small, soft-bristled toothbrush with a rice-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste as soon as the first tooth appears.
Brushing Tips
Dietary Tips
Bacteria uses food to create acid that damages tooth enamel. Limit sugary drinks and snacks, especially at bedtime.
Dietary Tips
Complete Guide
Download the full Cavity Free ND guide tailored for parents of children birth to age 2.
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