Whats the Proper Way to Brush and Care My Toddlers Teeth?
It’s a good idea to supervise your child’s brushing until the age of 6, following the guidelines below: • Use a pea-sized amount of an ADA-accepted fluoride toothpaste. Take care that your child doesn’t swallow the paste. • Use a toothbrush with soft bristles, brush inside surfaces of all teeth first, where plaque accumulates most. Angle bristles toward the gumline. Brush gently back and forth. • Clean all outside surfaces of teeth. Angle bristles toward the gumline. Brush gently back and forth. • Place brush so bristles are on the chewing surface of the teeth. Brush gently back and forth. • Sealants: The dentist and or hygienist may recommend dental sealants or fluoride supplements. Sealants are thin, clear coatings that protect hard-to-clean back teeth from the sugars that cause tooth decay. Fluoride attracts other minerals to strengthen tooth enamel and ward off cavities. Because most bottled water does not contain fluoride, your child may be deficient in this essential mineral. Sea
