Electric Toothbrush & Your Child


There are a variety of toothbrushes that line the aisles of the grocery store. Your child may even scream for the Mickey Mouse rotating toothbrush or the toothbrush that sings their favorite song. You may think, ‘what’s two dollars more. That;s okay.’ But here’s what you need to know about the pro’s and con’s of an electric toothbrush for your children.

Electric toothbrushes can provide the ability for your child to reach places they may not be able to reach because of dexterity. Not to mention that some children enjoy the songs and the vibration of the toothbrush which encourages better and more accurate brushing. Electric toothbrushes can be great for children who struggle with the dexterity to reach the back teeth or other locations due to a disability. Dr. Cameron Fuller recommends that children have soft bristles on their toothbrush no matter which type it is, in order to protect their gums.

Electric toothbrushes cannot do it all. There are some myths that a child can simply place an electric toothbrush up against their teeth and it will do the job that it needs to do. If you are going to have your toddler use an electric toothbrush in order to get the positive results their smile requires, it is imperative that you teach them proper handling skills of an electric toothbrush.

For more information on how to pick the proper toothbrush, contact Dr. Fuller and his team today.
           


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