7 Ways to Engage Kids in Brushing

 

Think you're busy? Try being a kid for a while. They are constantly learning new methods to take care of themselves and others in addition to school, activities, and family time.

Every child needs to learn how to wash their teeth as one of those important life lessons. Although teaching your child to brush twice daily for two minutes is no easy task, the long-term dental health of your child can benefit greatly from a little imagination.

Need to review the fundamentals of brushing your child's teeth? Learn how to properly clean your child's teeth by watching the video above. Then, get going! This is how:

Have fun for 4 minutes

Make brushing your teeth for two minutes twice a day an occasion rather than just setting a timer and watching! Play your child's preferred music loudly and engage in a two-minute dancing party. Videos or brushing apps could potentially speed up the process. (These might appeal to younger brushers.) A 2-minute narrative should be read using all of your greatest voices. Whatever you do, be inventive and vary your routine to ensure that brushing time is always enjoyable.

Establish a routine and follow it

After a long day or when your regular schedule is disrupted (like on vacation), you might be tempted to let your child to forgo brushing, but resist the urge. Making sure your youngster brushes twice daily for two minutes will be simpler as brushing gets more automatic.

Reward Effective Brushing Techniques

What inspires your kids? Make a reward chart if it's stickers and let him to add a sticker for each time he brushes. Let him choose the bedtime tale if he reads. Perhaps all it takes is a big high five after stating, "I'm so proud of you," and requesting to see that radiant smile.

Character Limits

Who is the character that your child adores? Sesame Street is only one of the many children's television programmes and books that feature brushing tales. Watch and read them together so that you can use that character as an example when it's time to brush.

Create a Story

You can't seem to find a book or character that will motivate your kid. Create your own. The only superhero who can brush off the bad guys who cause cavities may be your child.

Buy something

Give your youngster the freedom to choose his own toothpaste and toothbrush. (Those bearing the ADA Seal of Acceptance are suggested.) Choosing a colourful toothbrush and using fluoride toothpaste that comes in a range of tastes and colours can make brushing more enjoyable.

Organize a family brushing day.

Set a good example for your children as they learn from you. Even greater reason to smile belongs to the family that brushes together.

We hope that these suggestions for teaching your children to wash their teeth will be useful. If, despite attempting them, your child is still struggling to brush their teeth or simply dislikes doing it, let us know so we may offer assistance. Our dentists in Aylesbury are professionals at advising families on fantastic homecare routines that will maintain young children's teeth in good condition.