At KidZdent, it is our goal to make dentistry fun for young patients. At home, you can also create a dental care routine that your child can look forward to. While it’s important to discuss dental treatments and keep bi-annual visits to the dentist, here are some tips to make taking care of kids’ oral health fun between dental appointments.
Brush and floss together
Make your at-home oral care routines a bonding moment between yourself and your child. By brushing and flossing together, you set a good example of daily oral health practices. Kids mimic what their parents do, so show them how well you brush and floss! Once you’ve finished cleaning your own smile, help your child floss and reach all teeth if they are too young to do so on their own.
Once children can start taking care of their own teeth, help the recommended two minutes of brushing teeth pass quickly by playing their favorite song. This will keep the task entertaining.
Special brushes, toothpaste, and mouthwash
Another way to make oral health fun for your child is letting them choose their dental goodies. There are a variety of different colored tooth brushes and brands that feature your child’s favorite cartoon or superhero. Some toothbrushes are designed to keep kids occupied while brushing by playing a song for two minutes or lighting up.
With many flavors and colors available for children’s fluoride toothpaste and mouthwash, keeping their smiles health can easily be personalized to their preferences.
Rewards and outings after the dentist
Regular checkups are an important part of good dental hygiene for every member of your family. Bringing your child along to your visits allows them to develop a trusting relationship with the dentist. However, if they’re anxious about their appointments, surprise your child with some fun time at the park or a family outing to their favorite restaurant or for ice cream after a successful visit.
At KidZdent, our office is designed to make visiting the dentist fun and exciting. As a pediatric dental practice, we have a caring team and ways to create a sense of comfort for our patients. For more information about our services or how you can better promote routine oral care for your child, contact our practice today!
It sure is good to know that using special toothbrushes and toothpaste designed for kids would make practicing oral health and hygiene fun for your kids. I want to teach my kids good oral hygiene as early as now to help them avoid encountering any issues with their teeth and gum. That is why we’ll be having our visit to their dentist next week to buy some specialized toothbrushes and other products to make their brushing more enjoyable.