We have answered the most frequently asked questions for parents about the oral care of their little ones.
1.When should I start brushing my child's teeth?
I should brush from the moment the first tooth appears in the mouth. If you have difficulty brushing, you can start with dental cloths sold in pharmacies in the first months, which you can put on your finger and use.
2. What is the correct way to brush my child's teeth?
The best way to brush your child's teeth is to brush in circular motions with a soft toothbrush of appropriate size for his or her age. All surfaces of all teeth should be brushed to help remove food debris and reduce bacterial plaque levels.
3.How much toothpaste should my child use? Should I use fluoride toothpaste?
The right amount of fluoride is safe and effective in preventing and controlling tooth decay; and fluoride toothpaste twice a day is recommended.
Fluoride-free toothpaste should be preferred for children under the age of 3, and a pea-sized amount of low-fluoride toothpaste should be preferred for children between the ages of 3-8.
4 . When can my child start brushing on his own?
When your child can hold the brush well, he can start brushing his own teeth. However, this does not mean that they will brush well and that there is not a certain age at which a child will do this. Supervision and assistance are necessary for all children and, in some cases, may continue into adolescence.
5.What can I do if my child refuses to brush his teeth?
Many young children can give parents a difficult time with brushing. But it is important to be patient during this process, as a healthy mouth is much better than the consequences of tooth decay and gum disease. You can visit your dentist and ask him to motivate your child to brush his teeth.
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