Tips for taking care of your child’s teeth
Starting good dental routine early is essential to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Start cleaning your child’s teeth as soon as they break through the gums. Teach your child at a young age the importance of taking care of their teeth. Here are some tips for good dental habits:
- teach your child to brush twice daily, one time before going to bed and one other time..
- Protect their teeth with fluoride-containing toothpaste as this helps prevent tooth decay.
- Use a soft toothbrush and toothpaste with the child’s preferred flavour.
- Use a timer or play music while toothbrushing to ensure that it took 2 minutes.
- Use only a smear of toothpaste
- Make sure children don’t eat or lick toothpaste from the tube.
- You can practice toothbrushing on a teddy.
- Be a good example by brushing your teeth in front of them
- Talk about healthy mouth and teeth. You can watch videos or read books
about dental hygiene - Give the child healthy low-sugar foods and drinks.
- Reward the child for brushing their teeth well.
- Regular visits to the dentist to detect any dental problems.