Amanda Jones, LLL Leader posted:

>I am a La Leche League Leader in Kentucky and have come across a problem
>that I hope some of you can help me with.  The ped. dentist that I take my
>son to and have referred other lactating friends to, regularly advises
>weaning after the first tooth erupts.  Also, he recommends that if you
>don't wean at that time, to absolutely not breastfeed at night and thinks
>that toddlers nursing past one year of age is a major problem that needs
>to be stopped.  He thinks all of the above "always lead to dental caries",
>even though my son has perfect teeth without one sign of decay.  I am
>looking for information to give him regarding breastfeeding and dental
>caries.  [snip]

Tons of links here: 
<http://www.kellymom.com/bf/older-baby/tooth-decay.html>. :-)

regards,
Julia

Julia R. Barrett
Freelance Science Writer & Editor
Mom to Sean (5) and Kira (1.5)
Madison, Wisconsin

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