Tips for parents: Brushing your child's teeth: How parents do it right
When a child gets its first tooth, a new routine enters its life: brushing its teeth. However, this can be a source of stress for families. A pediatric dentist and an education expert provide tips.
Experts Johanna Kant and Dana Mundt advise parents on how to make toothbrushing a positive experience for young children. According to Kant, parents should start cleaning their baby's teeth as soon as the first tooth appears, and even before that, gently massaging the gum with a finger toothbrush. The "KAI Plus" method recommends cleaning the chewing surfaces, then the outer and inner surfaces of the teeth, with parents taking responsibility for their child's oral hygiene.
Experts stress the importance of making toothbrushing a fun and relaxed experience, suggesting singing songs, telling stories, or using playful rituals to help children feel comfortable with the process.
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