Overview

We present Episode 2 of The 1st Tooth Crosstalk: Brush Early Brush Right – Practical Pearls for Clinicians. This episode features esteemed pediatricians Dr. Kheya Ghosh Uttam and Dr. Debasish Misra, along with dentist Dr. Dipto De, all based in Kolkata. They emphasize the importance of guiding parents in establishing healthy oral habits from the eruption of the first tooth.

Key Topics Discussed

Parents frequently inquire about the right time to start brushing, how to maintain their baby’s oral hygiene, and the impact of feeding habits on early dental decay. Clinicians play a crucial role in educating families about effective brushing techniques, age-appropriate toothpaste options, and integrating brushing into daily routines.

Dental caries in preschoolers are often associated with dietary choices, oral hygiene practices, and early feeding habits. Research indicates that preventive measures, such as initiating tooth brushing and infant oral hygiene shortly after birth, are vital for ensuring lifelong oral health.

Practical Insights from Experts

In this session, our experts provided practical, evidence-based advice on various topics, including:

  • The optimal time to begin brushing—should it start at the first tooth eruption or later?
  • Challenges parents encounter while maintaining oral hygiene for infants.
  • The influence of feeding habits, such as bottle feeding and night feeding, on early dental decay.
  • Correct brushing techniques and appropriate toothpaste selection for infants and toddlers.
  • Strategies for pediatricians to motivate parents to make brushing a regular habit.
  • Practical tips to enhance brushing compliance among children.

Speakers

Dr. Kheya Ghosh Uttam

Dr. Kheya Ghosh Uttam is a highly regarded pediatrician in Kolkata, specializing in child health, neonatal care, and pediatric infectious diseases. With over 20 years of clinical experience across prestigious hospitals in India, she is dedicated to providing accurate diagnoses and compassionate treatments for newborns, infants, and children.

Dr. Debasish Misra

Dr. Debasish Misra is a dynamic consultant pediatrician with extensive experience in delivering high-quality patient care. He is committed to remaining current with the latest medical advancements and ensuring the best quality of care for his patients.

Dr. Dipto De

Dr. Dipto De is a renowned dental surgeon practicing at Renaissance in Aesthetic Innovations in Kolkata. With degrees in BDS and MDS, he has specialized in diagnosing and treating a wide array of dental and maxillofacial conditions for over 25 years.

Dr. Nandita Mohan

Dr. Nandita Mohan is a practicing pediatric dentist with more than five years of clinical experience. She is dedicated to staying updated on the latest developments in medicine and dentistry, which fuels her collaboration with Medical Dialogues. Dr. Mohan has contributed to numerous national and international publications. She completed her BDS at Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, and pursued her MDS in Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry from Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences. Her passion for continuous learning remains strong.

For inquiries, she can be contacted at [email protected] or at 011-43720751.