Whats the Best Toothpaste for my Child?
Tooth brushing is one of the most important tasks for good oral health. Many toothpastes, and/or tooth polishes, however, can damage young smiles. They contain harsh abrasives which can wear away young tooth enamel. When looking for a toothpaste for your child make sure to pick one that is recommended by the American Dental Association. These toothpastes have undergone testing to insure they are safe to use. Remember, children should spit out toothpaste after brushing to avoid getting too much fluoride. If too much fluoride is ingested, a condition known as fluorosis can occur. If your child is too young or unable to spit out toothpaste, consider providing them with a fluoride free toothpaste, using no toothpaste, or using only a “pea size” amount of toothpaste. [Back to Top] Does Your Child Grind His Teeth At Night? (Bruxism) Parents are often concerned about the nocturnal grinding of teeth (bruxism).
Tooth brushing is one of the most important tasks for good oral health. Many toothpastes, and/or tooth polishes, however, can damage young smiles. They contain harsh abrasives which can wear away young tooth enamel. When looking for a toothpaste for your child make sure to pick one that is recommended by the American Dental Association. These toothpastes have undergone testing to insure they are safe to use. Remember, children should spit out toothpaste after brushing to avoid getting too much fluoride. If too much fluoride is ingested, a condition known as fluorosis can occur. If your child is too young or unable to spit out toothpaste, consider providing them with a fluoride free toothpaste, using no toothpaste, or using only a “pea size” amount of toothpaste. [Back to Top] Does Your Child Grind His Teeth At Night? (Bruxism) Parents are often concerned about the nocturnal grinding of teeth (bruxism).
Tooth brushing is one of the most important tasks for good oral health. Many toothpastes, and/or tooth polishes, however, can damage young smiles. They contain harsh abrasives which can wear away young tooth enamel. When looking for a toothpaste for your child make sure to pick one that is recommended by the American Dental Association. These toothpastes have undergone testing to insure they are safe to use. Remember, children should spit out toothpaste after brushing. If your child is too young or unable to spit out toothpaste, consider providing them with a fluoride free toothpaste, using no toothpaste, or using only a “pea size” amount of toothpaste. For children prone to high rates of decay or children in orthodontics, we may advise a fluoride home gel or rinse. [Back to Top] Does Your Child Grind His Teeth At Night? (Bruxism) Parents are often concerned about the nocturnal grinding of teeth (bruxism).
Toothbrushing is one of the most important tasks for good oral health. When looking for a toothpaste for your child make sure to pick one that is recommended by the American Dental Association. These toothpastes have undergone testing to insure they are safe to use. Use a “pea size” amount of toothpaste and have your child spit after brushing.
The best toothpaste for your child is any toothpaste that is ADA approved and has fluoride. Any child three years of age or under should use a training toothpaste or cleansing gel, which contain no fluoride. Younger children can’t adequately spit and may ingest fluoride which is harmful over a period of time.
