When you shop for yourself, you have a very particular brand of preferences that you’ve accumulated and polished over the years. However, if your kids were to shop for themselves, they might not have such a refined palate just yet. As a result, it can be a bit difficult to choose things that you think are best for them, while balancing dental hygiene products (and more) that also cater to the things that make them smile. Fortunately, we can help you strike up that balance with some helpful hints.
#1: Colorful, Printed, Delicious Products
As long as you’re sticking to the essentials for dental hygiene that actually works, you can have fun with the products you purchase for your kids. It might not seem like it’s going to be effective if it’s made out of glittery plastic or if it’s watermelon flavored but it will, as long as it’s a toothbrush with soft bristles, dental floss made for kids, or toothpaste that’s fluoridated and formulated for kids. Make sure the ADA has accepted those items, as well, and you’re good to go!
#2: A 2-Minute Hourglass Timer
A fun and easy way to get your kids’ dental hygiene on track is to purchase a 2-minute hourglass for them. Find a little plastic one that won’t shatter if they drop it on the floor. They’ll love watching the sand run through the glass, while they brush until it runs out!
#3: Cups For Rinsing
A simple way to remind your kids to rinse instead of swallowing the toothpaste is to end your session with a quick rinse. Purchase fun kid-themed disposable cups for rinsing (or reuse cups with their favorite characters on them).
Purchase Effective, Fun Products For Kids’ Dental Care
Giving you all the help you need when it comes to protecting your children’s smiles is something we love to do. We can fill you in on all of the information you need when you visit us for a dental checkup in Ankeny, IA by contacting Dental Impressions to schedule a visit at (515) 965-0230.
