Healthy Brushing Habits In My Young Child:
Healthy habits begin at home and are modeled. If you have healthy habits your child will want to be like you and will mimic what you do. Have a toothbrush in a designated area in the bathroom that they can reach. Even if you are putting on your make up and they are close by, they can chew on the toothbrush getting used to the feel of it. Dr. Fuller suggests, “Around six months, or when their first baby teeth come in, you will want to purchase a soft bristled toothbrush.” The head of the toothbrush should be small and it should have a handle that is easy for a child to hold. The toothpaste should have fluoride in it and be designed especially for kids. When you first brush your child’s teeth you only need a small amount of toothpaste. It should be an amount no larger than the size of a grain of rice. Pl...