- Begin teaching preschoolers to brush by gripping the
brush for the child and guide it around the mouth.
- Parents should brush child’s teeth at least twice a day, after
breakfast and before bed.
- Continue to help the child brush until at least 6 years of age.
- Use a child-sized brush that is easy to grip.
- Increase toothpaste amount to pea-size as the child learns to spit after brushing.
- Floss between all teeth that are touching at least once daily.
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