If your kids are brushing and flossing every day, you likely feel that they are on track. However, you may start wondering if there are some additional details or subtle nuances you need to pick up on to make sure your child’s dental hygiene is impeccable instead of simply something that does an “okay” job. As you may have guessed, your hunch is a good one! Getting to know the finer points can mean the difference between a smile that is mostly clean and one that is truly healthy. Great news: Attaining the super healthy smile is easy when you’ve got the information you need!
Basics: Checking Off The Boxes
When you’re making your way through your child’s dental hygiene routine, there may be some additional boxes that you’re not checking off. Let us help you revise your list of important factors. Of course, brushing and flossing is the basis but doing things correctly is essential:
- Have your child brush for two minutes in the morning
- Have your child brush for two minutes in the evening
- Ensure your child also flosses either in the morning or evening (immediately before or after brushing is fine)
- Do this every single day
- Use a toothbrush with soft bristles
- Choose children’s toothpaste with fluoride for younger kids (and the fluoridated paste you use for older kids)
Now, Let’s Talk About Sealants…
All of your efforts in consistent dental hygiene are certainly worthwhile for your kids. However, these efforts become even more productive when you choose dental sealants for your son or daughter. They protect hard-to-reach surfaces from sneaky bacteria by keeping it out. As a result, brushing back teeth becomes much more effective.
