By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC
It's often said that breastfeeding (particularly while lying down at night) will cause tooth decay, just like letting a baby sleep with a bottle of milk can cause "baby bottle mouth." Essentially, a valid link has not been made between nursing (nighttime or otherwise) and cavities.
Before the use of the baby bottle, dental decay in baby ... Read More
Is Breastfeeding Linked to Tooth Decay?
Posted On 24 Jul 2011 By admin. Under: Nursing an Older Infant.
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC
It's often said that breastfeeding (particularly while lying down at night) will cause tooth decay, just like letting a baby sleep with a bottle of milk can cause "baby bottle mouth." Essentially, a valid link has not been made between nursing (nighttime or otherwise) and cavities.
Before the use of the baby bottle, dental decay in baby ... Read More
