Toddler Tooth Brushing – Tips and Tricks

You’ve taken your toddler to the dentist and all is well. Now comes the time to start training him in the proper techniques for lifelong dental care. Let’s start with a few toddler tooth brushing techniques. Here are four tips for helping your child to develop a good attitude about brushing.

1. Make buying a toothbrush a special occasion. Any grocery or discount store should have a good variety of quality age-appropriate toothbrushes. Take plenty of time and let your child pick out his special brush.

2. While you are there, pick up children’s toothpaste as well. Although adults love a good clean minty taste in their mouths, minty or cinnamon flavored kinds of toothpaste are too strong for most children. A good children’s paste will be a pleasant bubble gum or fruit flavor that is far more favorable to a child’s palate.3. Use a timer to ensure adequate brushing time. Two minutes is an eternity to

3. Use a timer to ensure adequate brushing time. Two minutes is an eternity to a toddler, but the novelty of a timer whether it’s a cute kitchen timer or an app on your phone will help an active child settle down for a good brushing session.

4. Make it a family affair. Bush along with your child making it a family game. Letting your child see that you value your own teeth will help him value his own. The earlier a child develops good dental care, the healthier his teeth will be. So happy brushing!