Children learn about health and hygiene at home. Parents have a responsibility to teach their little ones how to brush their teeth properly and what they need to do to maintain their pearly whites. Dr. Kami Hoss, the CEO and co-founder of The Super Dentists, shares what moms and dads can do to teach their kids good oral habits.
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This step can be done with the help of the family's dentist during one of their visits or consultations. Dentists can boost parents' efforts to teach their child how to properly brush their teeth. Many dentists have visual aids or tools that can help children better understand the importance of developing good oral habits. Dr. Kami Hoss says going to the dentist regularly will encourage kids not to be afraid of check-ups.
Let them choose their toothbrush, toothpaste, and cup
The kids will be excited to brush their teeth every day if they have their own dental hygiene kit. Kids who are just learning to brush on their own might have seen their parents brush, gargle, and floss. Giving them their own things will make learning easier for them. If a child doesn't like the taste of toothpaste, parents can find other flavors to try.
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Put on some music to hype the little ones. Two- to three-minute tunes are perfect for training them to brush right. During this time, parents can create a choreography that will train the kids to brush in circles, reach the inner areas, clean the tongue, and rinse. Kids learn best when there's music and routine so this strategy will surely work with them.
The Super Dentists CEO Dr.Kami Hoss, MS, DDS, is a sought-after author, consultant, inventor, and speaker in the fields of dentistry and business. He and his wife, Dr. Nazli Keri, established The Super Dentists, the largest pediatric dentistry and orthodontic practice in San Diego. For more information, visit this page.
