Pediatric Dentistry of Redlands

Your child’s toothbrush should be switched every 3 months. If you become overwhelmed with the choices while you're standing in the isle, here are 6 steps to choosing the right toothbrush for your child. 1.      Find a toothbrush that can fit in your child’s mouth. Check out the guidelines on the box of the children’s toothbrush in order to determine if that particular kind is appropriate for young or older children. 2.      Utilize soft bristle toothbrushes to prevent gum and enamel damage. 3.      Choose a large grip tootbrush to help your child maneuver the toothbrush in hard to reach areas. Young children struggle with the dexterity to grip the toothbrush and get to the back teeth. A large grip can help improve their ability to remove food from the back teeth. 4.      Ask your dentist because they can help you determine which toothbrush is best for your child....

The crying, chewing on things, and drooling has begun, and now your daughter’s first tooth has erupted. This is an exciting time, but is also an incredibly important time for their oral health.   Once their first tooth erupts you will want to contact Dr. Cameron Fuller , your Redlands Pediatric Dentist, and his team to schedule her first dental   appointment, but you’ll also want to make sure you have the appropriate toothpaste. Picking out toothpaste can be frustrating because there are a variety of options. Here are four tips to help you. 1.      Pick a toothpaste that is fluoride free. While some amounts of fluoride are great for your child’s smile, you do not want to have them consume too much. At this young age they are not able to spit out the toothpaste, so you’ll want toothpaste that is safe for them to swallow. 2.      Dr. Cameron Fuller says, “Find toothpaste that is specifically designed for a...