We post a new and interesting pediatric dental factoid each month. Come back often and see what’s new!

Interesting Pediatric Dental Factoid #1
Common bathroom products can be deadly to your child. Many mouthwashes contain up to 30% alcohol and can cause alcohol poisoning in small children. It is important to keep your mouthwashes up high and out of the reach of your children.

Interesting Pediatric Dental Factoid #2
Did you know that Gatorade contains as many as 16 teaspoons of sugar in every sports bottle? That is enough to fill a plastic snack bag! This liquid sugar penetrates the sides of teeth and can be a big contributor to dental decay especially in teenagers.

Interesting Pediatric Dental Factoid #3
Cereal can have as much as 15 grams of sugar per serving. Chocolate candy bars can have as much as 30 grams per serving. A 12-ounce glass of Cranberry Juice Cocktail can have 48 grams per serving. The average American consumes 147 pounds of sugar per year. That means most people consume a half-pound of sugar per day.

Interesting Pediatric Dental Factoid #4
Dental decay can set in within 24 hours. That means it is worth it to get up and brush your teeth.

Interesting Pediatric Dental Factoid #5
Worn toothbrushes do not do a good job of cleaning your teeth. Brushes should be replaced every 2-3 months for children because they wear their brushes out sooner.

Interesting Pediatric Dental Factoid #6
Brushing alone means half your tooth is untouched and remains unclean. Flossing and brushing together is the only way to make sure your teeth are clean.