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6 months – 2 years: Teething Stage

Physiological characteristics:

Primary teeth are continuously erupting, with extremely thin enamel. Infants have not yet developed a swallowing reflex.

Age-specific rationale:

Emphasizes safety. Aims to prevent fluoride overexposure from accidental ingestion. Typically recommends using low-fluoride toothpaste (around 500ppm) or a minimal amount (a grain-of-rice-sized portion) under supervision.