Description
Baby Toothbrushing Guide
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Apply Toothpaste:
- Use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste on a baby tooth or finger brush.
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Clean Teeth:
- Gently clean your baby’s teeth, gums, and tongue.
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Rinse:
- Rinse your baby’s mouth with water.
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Toothbrush Selection:
- Choose a toothbrush appropriate for your baby’s age, with a small head, thin bristles, and an ergonomic handle for small hands.
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Toothbrush Replacement:
- Replace the toothbrush at least four times a year or as recommended by the manufacturer.
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Model Good Hygiene:
- Set an example by maintaining a regular oral hygiene routine yourself.
Tips for a Positive Brushing Experience:
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Engage Your Baby:
- Initially, your baby might treat brushing as a fun game. They may rub their gums, chew on the toothbrush, and swallow the toothpaste. Stay positive and patient.
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Develop Good Habits:
- Be supportive and encouraging. By around the third year, your child will likely have developed control over their swallowing reflex, making proper brushing a natural habit.
Transition to Anti-Cavity Toothpaste:
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Monitor Brushing:
- As your child’s permanent teeth start to come in, around 5-6 years of age, introduce toothpaste with active anti-cavity ingredients.
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Assist When Needed:
- Continue to monitor and assist your child’s brushing, using pastes with natural anti-inflammatory ingredients until they are proficient.