For children’s dental health, there are specific accessories and products adapted to their needs. From brushes with smaller heads that allow better access to all corners of the mouth, to toothpastes and mouthwashes with more pleasant flavors and just the right amount of fluoride.
How to clean a child’s teeth according to the recommendations of pediatric dentists? Here are the steps and tips to follow:
Choosing a toothbrush
Temporary children’s teeth have a different structure and size than adults. To make brushing easier, choose a children’s toothbrush with soft bristles and a small head.
Children’s toothbrushes have a special handle that is easy to handle for adults or young learners. The head is round and adapts to the shape of the teeth, with bristles that do not damage the sensitive enamel of the baby’s teeth or the gums.
Use fluoride toothpaste
While children are learning to take care of their teeth, there is a possibility that they may swallow toothpaste while brushing. For this reason, infant toothpastes contain less fluoride.
FluorKIN Calcium Toothpaste has an ideal formula for use from an early age. It contains 1000 ppm fluoride, providing calcium and phosphorus for the proper formation and protection of tooth enamel at this stage of development.
In addition to FluorKIN Calcium toothpaste, a wide range of products for children are available. The KIN Junior, FluorKIN Infantil and FluorKIN Junior lines adapt their composition to the different stages and needs of the youngest members of the family.
Break the process into small steps
Once you’ve chosen your toothbrush and toothpaste, it’s time to brush. For the convenience and completeness of the matter, children can learn to divide the process into several parts.
Separate the mouth into 4 quadrants, distinguishing between the top right, the top left, the bottom right, and the bottom left. By placing the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the gum line, brushing begins by covering the entire surface of the teeth and gums.
To ensure a minimum of 2 minutes of brushing, spend 30 seconds for each pre-divided quadrant of mouth. Use a clock or timer for better control of time. Don’t forget that at the end you have to spit out the excess toothpaste. It is not necessary to rinse it with water, because the fluoride it contains helps to strengthen the enamel.
Use children’s mouthwash
From the age of 5, children can already start using mouthwash. Choose a specific children’s mouthwash, such as FluorKIN Calcium Mouthwash, with the right amount of fluoride to prevent cavities.
The rinse is used after brushing the teeth, holding it in the mouth for 1 minute before spitting it out. It is highly recommended to use it especially before going to bed to ensure a more complete cleanse.
