IMPORTANCE OF BRUSHING
Brushing your teeth is crucial for maintaining oral heath and preventing various dental problems.
It removes plaque a sticky film of bacteria that can lead to dental caries and gum diseases.
THE ORAL HYGIENE STARTS FROM?
- 0-6 MONTHS
(Before tooth appears)
Clean the gums
Use soft ,damp cloth or silicone finger brush after feedings
Thereby it clears harmful bacteria from your babys mouth
- 6 month-1years of age
.Start to brush
-twice a day
-as soon as 1st tooth erupts
.USE
-Soft-bristled,small headed toothbrush
-Fluoride toothpaste-Smear /grain rice amount
-Always supervise brushing
- 2-6yearsof age
.Use –pea sized amount of fluoride toothpaste
.Teach your children to spit not swallow
.Continue supervising brushing
WHY START EARLY?
- Prevents early childhood cavities(ECC)
- Builds healthy oral habits
- Keep tooth healthy and properly spaced for future permanent tooth
HOW TO TEACH YOUR KIDS TO BRUSH?
- Keep a Family brushing schedule
Parents and kids should brush together
As the kids copy there parents
- Talk them through it
Tell them when to brush the surfaces and inside their teeth
Remind them that gentle, short circular motions work best
- Let them pick their toothbrush
Select soft-bristle toothbrush
Let your children select their favourite character toothbrush ,as kids get excited to brush their teeth
MOI BRUSHING TECHNIQUE
M=Masticatory surfaces
Brush with small horizontal movements
Start at the back & brush slowly towards front
O=Outer surfaces
Clean them with small circular movements
I=Inner surfaces
Use small up & down movements
“Lets shine with a bright smile”