A clear guide for parents

Children’s Dental Health Advice

Practical information to help protect your child’s teeth, prepare for the first visit and respond calmly when a dental problem occurs.

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The first dental visit

An early visit after the first teeth appear supports prevention and gives parents age-appropriate guidance.

Choose a time when the child is rested
Use simple, positive language
Avoid passing dental fear to the child

Brushing your child’s teeth

Brushing begins with the first tooth, and adult supervision remains important for several years.

Use a soft age-appropriate toothbrush
Brush twice daily
Pay particular attention to the evening brushing

Diet and cavity prevention

Frequent sugar exposure increases cavity risk even when each amount is small.

Offer water between meals
Limit frequent sugary snacks
Avoid sugary drinks before bedtime

Toothpaste and fluoride

Fluoride helps strengthen enamel. Use a small amount suited to the child’s age.

A rice-grain smear before age 3
A pea-sized amount from ages 3 to 6
Adult supervision

Why baby teeth matter

Baby teeth support chewing and speech and preserve space for permanent teeth.

Treat pain and decay
Maintain chewing function
Protect space for permanent teeth

Dental injuries

After a fall or impact, contact the center promptly even when pain is not immediate.

Do not touch the root of a permanent tooth
Store a knocked-out permanent tooth in milk
Never replant a baby tooth

Thumb sucking and pacifiers

Persistent habits may affect tooth position and jaw growth. They should be stopped gradually and without punishment.

Encourage the child calmly
Praise periods without the habit
Ask for advice if the habit continues

Preparing an anxious child

Present the appointment as a normal step and avoid frightening words or unrealistic promises.

Use neutral, simple words
Arrive without rushing
Tell the team about concerns in advance

Frequently asked questions

Questions from parents

When should brushing begin?

Begin when the first tooth appears, using a soft toothbrush and a small amount of age-appropriate fluoride toothpaste.

Should a decayed baby tooth be treated?

Yes. Baby teeth are important for chewing, speech and preserving space for permanent teeth, and decay may lead to pain or infection.

When should I call after a fall?

Contact the center promptly after a strong impact to the mouth or teeth for guidance and to determine whether an examination is needed.

This information is general and does not replace a clinical examination or personalized advice from the dentist.

Professional biography

A career dedicated to children’s oral health

A Doctor of Dental Medicine who graduated from the Faculty of Dental Medicine in Rabat in 2015, Dr Fatima Zahra Assoul has more than 10 years of experience caring for the oral health of babies, children, teenagers and patients with special needs. She holds university diplomas in pediatric dentistry, dentofacial orthopedics and medical emergencies in the dental office, as well as a Damon Master’s degree in modern orthodontics obtained in Madrid. She is also trained in interceptive orthodontics and conscious sedation with MEOPA. A member of the French Society of Pediatric Dentistry (SFOP) and the International Association of Paediatric Dentistry (IAPD), she regularly attends continuing education courses and scientific conferences. At Pediatric Dental Center of Tangier, she provides comprehensive care including prevention, pediatric dental treatment, interceptive and modern orthodontics, conscious sedation with MEOPA and, when clinically required, dental treatment under general anesthesia. Her aim is to provide high-quality care in a safe, reassuring environment adapted to every child.

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