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How can I get my kids to brush their teeth?

Asked by Dr Marianna Ibrahim, in Health & Medical

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Dr Marianna Ibrahim Committed  Primary Dental Care
How can I get my kids to brush their teeth? Ask the Dental care experts for other creative ways to get children to brush their teeth. All children should be seen by their first birthday or 6 months after the eruption of the first tooth. Visit gardengrovedentalarts.com/en/dental-care.php to know more details.
Dec 31st 2020 07:18   
Steven A. Donaldson Tycoon II Premium Native speaking English teacher
Brush them for them before they go to bed. It’s fun and a sure way to get it done.
Jan 1st 2021 02:02   
Amit Shir Junior  Marketer
• Start oral hygiene early. It's never too early to make brushing and flossing a part of their morning and nightly routines. ...
• Set a good example. ...
• Turn toothbrushing into a game. ...
• Tell a story. ...
• Choose the right tools.
Jan 2nd 2021 02:48   
Cyber radar systems Innovator  Sixth-Sense Intellengence Solutions
Start the oral hygiene early. It's never too early to make brushing and flossing a part of their morning and nightly routines. ...
Set a good example. ...
Turn toothbrushing into a game. ...
Tell a story. ...
Choose the right tools.
Jan 2nd 2021 03:41   
Joelo Wery Advanced  Web Developer, Blogger and Artist
4 fun ways to get your kids to brush their teeth

1. Choose kid-flavored toothpaste

Many people do not understand that adult toothpaste is not the ideal option for young children simply because it is not appealing. In the video above, my niece immediately reacted to the taste of the toothpaste almost as soon as it was put in her mouth. The minty toothpaste that provides the “zing” effect that satisfies many adults is often overpowering to younger palates. Toothpaste developers take flavors for children’s toothpastes seriously because they are “important so as to encourage, rather than obstruct, the development of good oral care habits for life.”1 It is important to advise parents to purchase age-appropriate toothpaste for their young children.

Additionally, consider recommending that parents
buy a few different flavors of toothpaste, for example, strawberry, bubblegum, and watermelon. Children feel empowered when they have options and the ability to make their own decisions. Remind parents that spending a few extra dollars on a variety of children’s toothpastes is a minimal expense when compared to the alternative expense of fillings.

2. Purchase soft or extra-soft children’s toothbrushes

Encourage parents to purchase soft or extra-soft toothbrushes for their children. Many stores have a limited selection, so you could also suggest that they go online to find different options. Brushing can be painful to children because of their growing jaws, sensitive gums, and erupting teeth. Reducing the “ouch” factor of brushing by recommending soft toothbrushes will help kids feel more at ease about the brushing process.

Another easy adjustment that can be made is to lighten the lateral pressure that children and/or parents use when they are brushing. Even the softest bristles can feel like needles if they are pressed up against the gums too hard. Remember that plaque is a biofilm and it does not take much to remove it. Tell parents to let the bristles do the work. Keeping kids comfortable will help them be more cooperative.

3. Allow the child to choose his/her toothbrush

Allowing children to choose which toothbrush they want is another excellent way to get kids more enthusiastic about brushing. Pediatric toothbrushes are intentionally designed to have thicker handles for easier grasping, smaller heads for more comfortable access, and they have bright colors and recognizable characters. This makes the toothbrush look more appealing. Help skeptical parents see that while these brushes may be a little more expensive, their appeal factor is worth the investment. Allowing little ones to choose between two or three options gives them a sense of ownership and will hopefully help them feel more enthusiastic and excited about brushing.

4. Find a way to make it fun

Kids love games and, depending on their age, they are often enthusiastic about doing activities where they can bond with others—especially their parents. Unfortunately, children associate toothbrushing with bedtime. And we all know how most kids feel about bedtime.

Making it fun can be difficult. What works like a charm one day can be an epic fail the next day. But here are a few fun suggestions that may be helpful to parents.

#Brush their teeth before they get in the bath or change into their pj’s to try to avoid the negative association of toothbrushing and bedtime.

#Sit on the ground and brush your teeth with them.

#Little games like “Simon Says” or “Copy Cat” could catch the child’s interest.

#Turn on their favorite song for them to dance to while they are brushing.
Jan 6th 2021 00:24   
Kee Pharma Senior  Because life matters
Brush them for them before they go to bed. It’s fun and a sure way to get it done.
Jan 7th 2021 02:29   
Daily Supplement Advanced  Optimum nutrition amino energy
Just do with funny before they go to bed. It’s fun and a sure way to get it done.
Jan 13th 2021 04:41   
Numair Katib Haik Katib Haik Junior  business
How do I get my child to brush their teeth? Ask your dentist about other creative ways to get your child to brush their teeth. All children should be seen until their first birthday or 6 months after the first tooth fell. Visit gardengrovedentalarts.com/de/dental-care.php for more information.
Jan 14th 2021 03:27   
Ethan Smith Freshman  HI I am ethan and i am a profesional marketer i e
5 fun ways to get your kids to brush their teeth. Start the oral hygiene early. It's never too early to make brushing and flossing a part of their morning and nightly routines. Set a good example. Turn toothbrushing into a game. Tell a story. Choose the right tools.
Jan 15th 2021 23:10   
faii acy Magnate II   GPT Site Owner/Operator
Make it a part of their daily routine early. Never let them get away with skipping it and soon it will become so much of a habit to them that they will automatically do it without being told
Jan 18th 2021 04:19   
Lifeline Air Ambulance Advanced  Save Patient Life by Saving Time & Money
Get help from any care experts for other creative ways to get children to brush their teeth.
Jan 21st 2021 05:13   
Vishal Kaushik Committed  Digital Marketer
Brush them for them before they go to bed. It’s fun and a sure way to get it done.
Jan 26th 2021 01:03   
Avik S. Advanced  SEO Consultant and Business Development
Give them a beautiful brush and kidodent paste, they will fall in love with it.
Jan 26th 2021 08:35   
Marius Wlassak Magnate II   Business Media Consultant
Take them weekly to the dentist.
Feb 3rd 2021 02:34   
Reginald Setser Junior  Miss
Allowing children to choose which toothbrush they want is another excellent way to get kids more enthusiastic about brushing. Pediatric toothbrushes are intentionally designed to have thicker handles for easier grasping, smaller heads for more comfortable access, and they have bright colors and recognizable characters. This makes the toothbrush look more appealing. Help skeptical parents see that while these brushes may be a little more expensive, their appeal factor is worth the investment. Allowing little ones to choose between two or three options gives them a sense of ownership and will hopefully help them feel more enthusiastic and excited about brushing.
Feb 12th 2021 02:52   
Lesson Plans Advanced  For Entreprenuers
Use Disney characters for fun kid activities. Teach them early. Brush them for them before they go to bed. It’s fun and a sure way to get it done.
Mar 21st 2021 10:32   
Kanchan Madan Senior  Medical Tourism Consultant
teach them to brush teeth every morning and evening also them to dentist..
May 19th 2021 04:24   
Mega Tek Junior  Buy ESD Safe Precision Tweezers
Just do with funny before they go to bed. It’s fun and a sure way to get it done.
May 26th 2021 03:18   
Nick J. Advanced  Content enthusiast
Brush them for them before they go to bed. It’s fun and a sure way to get it done.
Jun 25th 2021 00:55   
Alim Jadair Freshman  Holistic therapies Services
in the morning and before going to bed
Dec 12th 2021 08:26   
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