Good dental hygiene should start early in life. When kids are really small, it’s up to parents to make sure their teeth are brushed at least once a day. As they get older and assert their independence, daily brushing can be more difficult. At Smile Center for Kids in Sunland and Edgemere TX, we have some suggestions that we hope will help.
Four Tips
- Set The Right Example: One of the most important things to do is set the right example. This applies to so much parenting! Make sure you child sees you brushing and flossing, and understands that you consider it essential to good health.
- Don’t Worry About Toothpaste: Some kids hate the way toothpaste tastes. When they’re small, don’t make too much of it. If toothpaste keeps them from brushing, then skip it. Early on, the most important thing is to establish the good habit of regular brushing.
- Be Positive: When a youngster refuses to brush, it can be incredibly frustrating. Believe us, we know! Don’t use any threats. Instead, use positive reinforcement when they do brush: an extra ten minutes playing video games before bedtime, for example.
- Keep It Short: Don’t insist that your youngster does as thorough a job on his or her teeth as you do on yours. This is especially true when they’re just taking over their brushing duties. The critical thing is to get them in the habit of regular brushing.
Above all, be patient and don’t give up! If you keep it positive and keep at it, your child will get the message before long. At Smile Center for Kids in Sunland and Edgemere TX we offer pediatric and family dentistry. Parents from all over El Paso, Anthony, Socorro, Horizon City, and Canutillo trust us with their children’s dental health. Contact us today!
Contact Smile Center for Kids (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1050 Sunland Park Drive, Ste B200
El Paso, TX 79922
915-213-120012801 B Edgemere Blvd, Ste 112,
El Paso TX 79938
915-493-6310
