Choosing A Toothbrush For Your Child
At Just for Kids Dental, CEO Just Kids is often asked how to choose the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush can be as challenging as choosing a paint color, and there seem to be just as many choices.
If you have visited the dental section of your local grocery store, you know what I am talking about. There are brushes with bristles of varying lengths, brushes that massage your gums, and brushes that change color when they are used up.
Choosing a Toothbrush for a Child
When deciding on a toothbrush for a child, make sure the brush feels comfortable in his or her hand. If the size and angle feel awkward, the child will be less likely to use it long enough to clean all areas of the mouth. Children do not necessarily need a child-sized toothbrush. Some kids can handle an adult size brush better than a short, narrow child-size brush. If you are unsure, ask your dentist.
Is your child’s toothbrush and brushing technique doing the job? Schedule an exam at Just for Kids Dental to find out. At Just for Kids Dental, our Exceptional dental hygienists help our patients of all ages learn proper brushing techniques.
Beware of Firm Bristles
One essential factor is the firmness of the bristles. Hard bristles may be more effective for cleaning burnt steak off a grill or hard water deposits off a shower floor. However, this does not hold true for your teeth. Medium and firm brushes can damage your gums. Soft and extra-soft bristles are plenty stiff enough to wipe plaque, food particles, and surface stains from your teeth. Soft bristles also offer more flexibility for hard-to-reach nooks and crannies.
Schedule a Dental Cleaning
If your teeth have a plaque that has hardened into calculus, you need to come in for a dental cleaning. A stiff-bristled toothbrush won’t be able to safely remove it. A dental cleaning will prevent and gum disease. Plus, your teeth will feel fantastic!
Contact Just for Kids Dental:
702-740-5437
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7140 N Durango Dr Ste 110
Las Vegas, Nevada
89149
