Discover How to Get Your Child to BrushTeaching your child to brush properly is an extremely important task that will help prevent cavities and tooth decay. A daily brushing routine when kids get used to the clean mouth feeling can lead to a lifetime of good oral habits. Most kids spend less than a minute brushing their teeth. Dentists recommend that kids should brush for 2 minutes in order to clean their teeth thoroughly enough to prevent tooth decay. That is why the Firefly toothbrush was invented. The light flashes for 60 seconds, which lets kids know how long to brush each row, top and bottom.
FAQWhen to Brush?Everyone should brush twice per day: morning and before bedtime. Bedtime brushing is especially important because the eight to ten hours your child is asleep gives bacteria lots of time to feast on food particles left on the teeth. How to Brush?The technique for brushing your child's teeth is the same whether you do it or he or she does it:
Why to brush?Gingivitis occurs in an alarming 50 percent of all children! You can help prevent this disease along with cavities if you help your child develop a consistent and fun brushing routine. Which toothbrush is best?Depending on your child’s age, certain brushes are better than others. See our Ages Section. What age should my child start brushing?Teeth should be cleaned as soon as they emerge. As long as teeth are present, tooth decay is a concern and brushing should take place. For more information see our Ages Section.
Kids DentistsPediatric dentists specialize in treating kids and are trained to handle the wide range of issues associated with kids' dental health. A pediatric dentist's primary goals are prevention, heading off potential oral health problems before they occur, and ensuring through routine checkups and proper daily care that teeth and gums stay healthy.
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