sh Your Child’s Teeth th the right way is important, so you should brush your child’s ey have the skills to do it the right way on their own. ach your child how to brush the right way, it may help to stand and hold the brush while they watch in the mirror. Teach them l of the toothpaste after brushing. e tips for proper brushing: toothbrush against the tooth where it meets the gums d the gum line). degree angle to make sure you are fully reaching the gum line the tooth surface. (See middle picture on the right.) u brush back and forth gently in short, soft circles. Brush the outer each tooth. Use the same strokes for the inside surfaces and urfaces of the teeth. oothpaste should my child use? en your child’s teeth every day ween your child’s teeth with floss or a floss aid removes plaque rush bristles can’t reach. Begin using floss or a floss aid when s 2 teeth that are next to each other. Flossing is not easy for o by themselves. The ADA recommends that you floss your daily until they can do it alone, around age 10 or 11. r child’s teeth to help prevent decay and cavities d flossing remove plaque, the sticky film of bacteria on your teeth. Brush your child’s teeth 2 times a day and for 2 minutes each time. You should clean between teeth with floss or a ry day. Fluoride is nature’s cavity fighter! Fluoride (FLOOR-eyed) is a mineral that is found in all natural sources of water — even the ocean. Fluoride helps protect tooth enamel from the acid attacks that cause tooth decay. It also helps repair weakened enamel before cavities form. Children who drink tap water that has the recommended level of fluoride are less likely to get cavities than children who do not drink fluoridated water. Children get added protection from fluoride by getting it from more than one source. Other sources of fluoride include fluoride toothpastes, fluoride mouthrinses, and fluoride treatments applied in the dental office. Sucking habits Many infants and young children like to suck on thumbs, fingers and pacifiers. Sucking is a natural reflex and necessary for feeding. However, long-term sucking habits can cause problems. Their teeth may not grow in straight and their mouth may not develop correctly. Sucking habits usually stop between the ages of 2 and 4. If your child uses a pacifier or sucks their fingers, talk to your dentist about how to get your child off this habit. If the sucking continues, ask your child’s dentist or pediatrician about other ways to discourage sucking. (2) For children 3 to 6 years old, use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste. (1) For children under 3 years old, use a smear or grain-of-rice sized amount of toothpaste. Thumb sucking (left) and pacifier sucking (right) habits can cause problems as your child’s teeth and mouth develop, like crooked teeth and changes to the shape of their face and mouth. Images © Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved Moderate to severe decay Moderate to severe decay Severe decay ions Sometimes children as young as age 5 can use a floss aid. Image ©Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Image ©Elsevier Inc.All rights reserved. 2 Your Child’s Teeth Ages 6-12 Parents Your Child’s Teeth Ages 6-12 Parents BEST SELLER Your Child’s Teeth from Birth to Age 6 This brochure covers all the bases for young children’s dental health. Contains a tooth eruption chart, teething tips, step-by-step brushing and flossing photos, and updated photos of decay in primary teeth. Also discusses fluoride, managing sucking habits, and the importance of visiting the dentist before age one. W236 8 panels, 50 per pack PERSONALIZE IT! DAB036 Your Child’s Teeth from Ages 6 to 12 A valuable resource for parents of school- aged children, this brochure talks about oral development, the role of a healthy diet, sealants, hygiene, fluoride, malocclusion, and injury prevention. 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