Kids can be stubborn. On top of short attention spans, it’s no surprise that getting them to brush their teeth can be a challenge sometimes. Well, parents, your team at Five Parks Dental has your back with some timely tips to convince kids that brushing is fun!
5 Tips to Get Kids to Brush Their Teeth
#1 Make Teeth Brushing Fun!
Create some excitement around the task of tooth brushing. You could create a chart or reward system to get kids on board with brushing.
#2 Give Kids Choices
Let your little one choose their own toothbrush design with a favorite character or hero and choose their own toothpaste flavor, so they feel like they are participating in the process.
#3 Make It a Family Affair
Leading by example isn’t just for the office place; it also works for kids! Brush your teeth with your child, showing them the proper technique and length of time (at least two minutes). It is a tiny bit of quality time you can enjoy together.
#4 Be Consistent
Creating a habit takes time. Be consistent. Even though it can be challenging some days, and you may want to let them skip, avoid making oral hygiene look like something that is optional. Creating an oral health routine can support your child’s oral health into adulthood.
#5 Play a Song or Video
You can find fun and peppy toothbrushing songs and videos online timed to two minutes to promote doing it long enough. It can also make it more interesting and fun for little ones while they scrub their little smiles.
Children’s Dentistry in Arvada, CO
At Five Parks Dental, we welcome your questions and will partner with you on tips and tricks to help your child keep a healthy smile that promotes oral health and overall wellness for a lifetime.
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