Q: What is Baby Bottle Syndrome?

A: Your baby's teeth are at risk for Baby Bottle Syndrome or Baby Bottle Tooth Decay if their teeth are exposed to any liquid containing sugar including milk, formula and juice for extended periods of time. This happens most often when babies fall asleep with a bottle in their mouth or ...a small amount of formula or breast milk remains in their mouth after falling asleep. It can also happen with pacifiers that have been dipped into sweet liquids such as honey or syrup.

Q: What steps can I take to prevent Baby Bottle Syndrome?

A: The easiest way is to not allow your baby to fall asleep with a bottle. Sometimes this can be difficult as they need a bottle to fall asleep. In this case, take the bottle away after they have fallen asleep.See More