[header] How to help your kids care for their teeth [title] Use a soft-bristled brush for children. [step] Either a manual or powered is fine. Make sure the bristles are soft and rounded when choosing a toothbrush for a child.
[header] How to help your kids care for their teeth [title] Use a soft-bristled brush for children. [step] Either a manual or powered is fine. Make sure the bristles are soft and rounded when choosing a toothbrush for a child.
It is best to use something soft, made of natural materials, such as cotton or the nylon type for best results. There are two basic types of toothpaste used when caring for a child : [substeps] Matte is the most natural and will help absorb the grit (which is the extra moisture) released by tooth cleaning. You can also always look online for soft-bristled brushes and instructions. [title] Use a toothbrush for infants and small children who need to be brushed often. Children should not use brushes made for human teeth, as doing so will cause tooth grinding, jaw pain, and gum disease. Instead, use soft bristles in between your teeth. [title] Place a pea-sized amount of toothpaste on your child's brush. [step] If the child is not old enough to spit after brushing, use even less toothpaste or skip it altogether and just wet the toothbrush with water.