How often should we use the wipes?

Over one hundred clinical research studies have confirmed that xylitol reduces tooth decay in children and adults when used anywhere between 2 and 5 times a day. It’s best to use the tooth wipes or gel in the morning and after every meal, and most importantly before bed. Cavity-causing bacteria love the nighttime, because they have ample time and opportunity to flourish in the long hours of the night. We suggest 2-3 cleaning your baby's mouth 2-3 times a day.

What is Xylitol and why does it work?

Xylitol is a natural, sugar-like substance that has been clinically proven to reduce cavities and cavity-causing bacteria. The secret to xylitol’s success lies in its chemical structure. While traditional sugars have a 6-carbon atom structure, xylitol has a 5-carbon structure. Because the bacteria that grow on the teeth and cause dental plaque can only grow in the presence of 6-carbon sugars, when they are exposed to xylitol on a regular basis, they slowly lose their ability to form plaque on the teeth. As a kind of bonus effect, xylitol’s naturally sweet taste increases the flow of saliva in the mouth, which optimizes the pH level in the mouth, making an optimal environment for good dental health.

Can I use Babybro tooth wipes on my dog?

The answer is “Do not”. Xylitol is very dangerous for dogs due to it has the reverse effect on dogs as it does on humans, meaning basically that it stimulates a very powerful insulin response in the dog’s body which can cause their blood sugar level to drop very quickly. So please -- do not expose your dog to any Babybro product!

Why worry about cavities in baby teeth if they will fall out anyway?

It’s easy to assume that even if your child gets cavities, he’ll get a second chance, so to speak, when his permanent teeth come in. This is not the case! Caries, the disease that causes cavities, can, and most often does pass from the baby, or deciduous, teeth straight to the permanent teeth. Childhood cavities can set your baby up for a lifetime of dental issues. Furthermore, healthy deciduous teeth are crucial for speech development and proper nutrition in your child’s formative years. Poor dental health can easily cause poor weight gain and pain, which can affect your child’s ability to pay attention in school, and even to sleep at night.

How/Why do Babybro tooth wipes help ease the pain of teething in my infant?

Babybro toothwipes provide an excellent way to combine two proven methods of relieving your baby’s teething pain. Most of the dentist recommend that, when faced with a teething baby in pain, all parents start with a finger massage and chilled teething ring. Babybro toothwipes are perfect because they can be chilled, giving the same effect of a teething ring, while also providing the comfort and closeness of a physical finger massage on baby’s gums. The warmth of a cuddle and gentle massage by a parent is often all a little one needs. Babybro is proud to provide an effective way to ease your baby’s pain while providing a golden opportunity for bonding.

How do children (and the rest of us) get cavities?

Streptococcus mutans Streptococcus mutans, the bacteria that cause cavities, can be passed from mother or other caregivers to child or within even the first few months of a baby’s life. As your child grows an y food or drink containing sugar create an energy source for cavity causing bacteria. These include juices, sodas, sports drinks and formula as well as cooked starch in foods like crackers, cereals, chips, and junk foods in general. After eating or drinking foods that contain sugar, it is important to clean the mouth and teeth to remove those sugars.