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Proper Brushing Techniques for Children

It is important for your children to get a good start to their day with dental hygiene. The an important aspect of this is knowing proper brushing techniques. When your child knows properly brushes his or her teeth, they get an added bonus of good oral health - a beautiful smile. The real benefit of good oral care is preventing cavities that can be both painful and cause early tooth loss. Proper care also prevents gum disease that can cause eventual tooth loss, bad breath, and can even be the beginning of other serious health problems.

Check out these proper brushing techniques!

Outer & Inner Surfaces: Place toothbrush at a 45-degree angle; starting along the gum line use gentle, short, tooth-wide strokes against the gum line.
Chewing surfaces: Hold the brush flat and brush back and forth.
Inside surface of front teeth: Tilt brush vertically; use gentle up-and-down strokes with toe of brush.
Brush the tongue: Use a back-to-front sweeping method to remove food particles and freshen the mouth. Remember to gently brush the roof of the mouth too.
Brush long enough to thoroughly clean all tooth surfaces. The brushing motion itself helps remove stains, so don’t cut short the effectiveness.

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