Getting your children to brush their teeth routinely can be an interesting experience. Some small children enjoy the experience because they like to imitate what mom and dad do. Others don’t enjoy the experience at all because they are nervous about starting something new. There are multiple ways to introduce your little ones to brushing their teeth. Regardless of the way you teach your child to brush their teeth; there are some important steps to take along the way. Here are some helpful tips for you and your child:
· Use a soft, child-size toothbrush.
· Brush the top of the tooth using a back and forth motion.
· Angle the toothbrush in a way that allows the bristles of the brush to clean out the plaque at the gum line between the teeth and gum.
· Brush the lingual side of the teeth (the side nearest the tongue).
· Brush lightly; brushing too hard can damage the gums.
· Brush and rinse completely. Teach children how to spit using water before attempting to spit toothpaste.
· Brush the tongue and rinse again to ensure fresh breath and a clean feeling in the mouth.
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by: Child Basics
