{"id":7191,"date":"2022-10-01T00:00:12","date_gmt":"2022-09-30T14:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/?p=7191"},"modified":"2023-07-11T15:03:24","modified_gmt":"2023-07-11T05:03:24","slug":"how-to-brush-your-teeth-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/how-to-brush-your-teeth-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Brush Your Teeth For Kids For A Happy, Healthy Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.8&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the average time you spend brushing your teeth? How long are your children brushing their teeth?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most kids will want to shorten the two-minute brushing time you set as a goal, so don&#8217;t be surprised if yours do too. And even if they do take the two minutes to clean their teeth, they may not be doing it effectively.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/childrens-dentistry\/\">you want your children to develop<\/a> good brushing habits and maintain a high standard of oral health, here is some helpful information on how to brush your teeth -for kids.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Developing The Habit Of Tooth Brushing In Your Child<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/oralhealth\/publications\/OHSR-2019-index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">half of kids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between 6 and 8 have at least one cavity in a baby tooth. So, it would be best if you started getting your kids involved in brushing their teeth from the get-go. When they are about two or three years old, you can assist them in acquiring this skill by allowing them to try it independently and then check to see that every spot has been cleaned.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children typically <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scielo.br\/j\/bor\/a\/6ySrdNtRtd9GmP7BnDF5wkp\/?format=pdf&amp;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">acquire the fine motor skills<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0necessary for brushing their teeth at age eight. Get them used to brushing their teeth at night because that&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/cavities\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20352892\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">when the most cavities develop<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vcNAhUqH9U0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, even at this age, supervision is usually necessary until you are confident they can do it successfully without help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get them interested in the teeth brushing process, play animated clips of characters teaching them how to brush their teeth, for kids learn a lot from observation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Tips for brushing kids&#8217; teeth<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some tips for brushing children&#8217;s teeth to help maintain oral health:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><i>Select Appropriate Toothcare Products<\/i><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since children often have smaller mouths, using an adult-sized toothbrush can be awkward and uncomfortable. Instead,\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/best-electric-toothbrush-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get a kid-sized toothbrush<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0with a small head.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your kid has a favourite colour or cartoon character, let them pick a brush in that theme. Getting them to use the toothbrush regularly will be much simpler if they enjoy using it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get your kid a toothpaste they&#8217;ll like to maintain their oral health. Regular toothpaste tends to have a strong mint flavour that may turn off a child. Children prefer toothpaste with fruity flavours like bubble gum or cherry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><em><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-7194 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/brushing-teeth-children-woden-300x214.jpg\" alt=\"brushing teeth children woden\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/brushing-teeth-children-woden-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/brushing-teeth-children-woden.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Begin With Some Side-to-Side Action<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a circular motion when brushing, which might be difficult for kids. The first and most essential step is teaching them to brush from side to side.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure they give equal time to brushing both sides of their mouth. Please encourage them to progress to brushing in small circles and then up and down as they get proficient at the side-to-side motions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><em><b>Teach Them To Use Floss Picks<\/b><\/em><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plaque and bacteria can only be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/kids-with-rotten-teeth\/\">eliminated from between teeth<\/a> by flossing, so it is vital for kids&#8217; dental health. Floss picks are an excellent alternative to regular floss for kids. They won&#8217;t injure your child&#8217;s delicate fingers and can easily manoeuvre between the teeth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teaching the art of brushing teeth can be challenging, but you can do it. When caring for your kid&#8217;s dental health, remember that the effort you put in now <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/kids-teeth-problems\/\">will pay off in the long run<\/a> and reward them with good oral health they can take with them into adulthood.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Schedule An Appointment For Your Child With Dental Excellence<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking for advice on how to brush your teeth (for kids)? Canberra residents of all ages have relied on us for over 40 years for gentle dental care. You can call <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental Excellence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to arrange an appointment to discuss your kid&#8217;s dental health. Don&#8217;t hesitate to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact us<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> online or at <strong><a href=\"tel:+61261887293\">(02) 6188 7293<\/a><\/strong>. We hope to see you very soon!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>References<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mayo Clinic &#8211; Cavities\/tooth decay<br \/><\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/cavities\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20352892\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/cavities\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20352892<\/span><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SciELO &#8211; Association of children&#8217;s toothbrushing and fine motor skills: a cross-sectional study<br \/><\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scielo.br\/j\/bor\/a\/6ySrdNtRtd9GmP7BnDF5wkp\/?format=pdf&amp;lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.scielo.br\/j\/bor\/a\/6ySrdNtRtd9GmP7BnDF5wkp\/?format=pdf&amp;lang=en<\/span><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NY Times Wirecutter &#8211; The Best Electric Toothbrush for Kids<br \/><\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/best-electric-toothbrush-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/best-electric-toothbrush-for-kids\/<\/span><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CDC &#8211; Oral Health Surveillance Report, 2019<br \/><\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/oralhealth\/publications\/OHSR-2019-index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/oralhealth\/publications\/OHSR-2019-index.html<\/span><\/a> <\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.8&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;] What is the average time you spend brushing your teeth? 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