Here are the oral health risk factors for infants, toddlers, pre-school, and school-going children,

along with some oral health information for each age group:

1. Infants (birth to 1 year)

Risk factors:

- Baby bottle tooth decay: Prolonged exposure to sugary liquids (like formula, milk, or fruit juice) can
cause decay in baby teeth.

- Lack of oral hygiene: Infants need to have their gums and teeth cleaned even before their first
tooth appears.

- Early childhood caries: This is a type of tooth decay that can develop in infants.

Oral health information:

- Clean your infant's gums with a clean, damp cloth after each feeding.

- Once the first tooth appears, brush it with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a tiny smear of fluoride
toothpaste.

- Avoid putting your baby to bed with a bottle of sugary liquid.

- Schedule your baby's first dental visit by their first birthday.

2. Toddlers (1 to 3 years)

Risk factors:

- Baby bottle tooth decay: Toddlers can develop this type of decay if they continue to drink sugary
liquids from a bottle.

- Tooth grinding: Some toddlers grind their teeth, which can wear down their teeth and cause other
problems.

- Lack of oral hygiene: Toddlers may not brush their teeth well enough, and they may resist brushing
altogether.

Oral health information:

- Help your toddler brush their teeth twice a day with a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.

- Limit sugary snacks and drinks.

- Avoid giving your toddler sticky foods that can stick to their teeth.
- Schedule regular dental check-ups.

3. Pre-school children (3 to 5 years)

Risk factors:

- Tooth decay: Pre-school children can develop tooth decay if they consume sugary foods and drinks
frequently.

- Poor oral hygiene: Some pre-school children may not brush their teeth thoroughly or frequently
enough.

- Thumb sucking: Pre-school children who suck their thumbs or use pacifiers for too long can develop
dental problems.

Oral health information:

- Help your child brush their teeth twice a day with a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.

- Encourage your child to spit out toothpaste and avoid swallowing it.

- Limit sugary snacks and drinks.

- Talk to your child about the importance of good oral hygiene.

- Discourage thumb sucking or pacifier use beyond the age of three.

4. School-going children (6 to 12 years)

Risk factors:

- Tooth decay: School-going children can develop tooth decay if they consume sugary foods and
drinks frequently and do not practice good oral hygiene.

- Bruxism: Some children grind their teeth, which can wear down their teeth and cause other
problems.

- Orthodontic issues: School-going children may need braces or other orthodontic treatments to
correct problems with their teeth and jaw.

Oral health information:

- Help your child brush their teeth twice a day with a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.

- Encourage your child to floss once a day.

- Limit sugary snacks and drinks.

- Talk to your child about the importance of good oral hygiene.

- Schedule regular dental check-ups and orthodontic consultations if needed.

I hope this information is helpful! Remember, good oral hygiene habits start early and can prevent
dental problems later in life.