L'breastfeeding is still the subject of so many myths and beliefs, including the (totally wrong) belief that breast milk causes tooth decay.
This is not the case at all: breast milk not only does not cause tooth decay but, rather, is able to protect the health of the teeth and - more generally - of the oral cavity of breastfed babies.
Breast milk Is rich in antibodies and proteins (such as immunoglobulin or lactoferrin) that Inhibit the development of bacteria; it is composed of minerals such as calcium and phosphorus, which-along with casein-. Help the natural remineralization of teeth.
Finally, it is shown that qhe more a child is breastfed, the less he is at risk of developing habits harmful to oral health (use of pacifier, bottle or finger sucking).
This is not to say that a breastfed baby cannot develop tooth decay: it can happen if, in addition to breast milk, he or she consumes sugary drinks or foods (and the teeth are not brushed afterward) or if there are other risk factors, But cavities will not be caused by breast milk.
Therefore, continue breastfeeding without fear for the babies' teeth., breast milk is extremely important for the well-being of the whole body of the little ones!
[Medical Director: Dr. Mauro Savio, Member of the Dentists Register Provincial Order of Surgeons and Dentists of Milan n. 4168].
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