When Should My Child Start Brushing Their Teeth?
By age four or five, children usually want to start brushing their teeth on their own, but understandably lack the skills and dexterity to do this task properly. While it’s good to encourage them, you will need to continue supervising them and brushing their teeth with them until around age 8. As they get older and more independent, we can work directly with your child showing them how to look after their teeth on their own, demonstrating the right techniques for brushing and flossing. Also, we can talk about why good oral hygiene is so important for a healthy mouth and good overall health. We have a lot of experience in ensuring dental education is fun and enjoyable for children. For example, using plaque disclosing tablets that dye plaque pink is a fun way for a child to see why toothbrushing is necessary. When we work together as a team, we can help your child build healthy oral care habits for life.