Common mistakes made by parents when teaching children how to maintain good oral health

There have been many parents who have taught their children how to properly brush teeth. But unfortunately, there are also some parents who have made the following mistakes when caring for their child's teeth without realizing it.

How to brush teeth incorrectly that you are instructing your child

If your child continues to brush their teeth until they grow up following these wrong methods, they may be more likely to develop dental problems.

1. Children may not brush their teeth before going to bed

How often do you allow your child to skip brushing at night?

Results of a global study from Unilever in 2019 found that 28% of parents claimed that they sometimes allow their children not to brush their teeth before bed as a 'gift'.

In fact, research reports that kids who rarely brush their teeth at night are more susceptible to toothache.

This allowance contradicts establishing a good and consistent brushing routine.

2. Inappropriate toothbrush

In fact, teaching children to brush their teeth with the wrong tools won't work. Try checking out the home toothbrush and toothpaste you buy for your child.

Your child's toothbrush should have soft bristles, a small tip with a width that fits the mouth, and a handle that is comfortable for the child to hold. This way, the baby will easily brush all the teeth.

Also make sure the toothpaste contains fluoride. The American Dental Association (ADA) also emphasizes the importance of children brushing with fluoride toothpaste. Fluoride has been shown to be effective by many different studies to protect children's teeth from decay.

3. Brush teeth horizontally

This is a mistake many adults make. If you also have a habit of brushing your teeth horizontally, you will probably teach your children to brush their teeth just like you do. This method can cause a variety of dental problems such as bleeding gums , tooth erosion, not effective plaque cleaning ...

The correct way to brush teeth is to place the brush in contact with the teeth at a 45-degree angle, brush up and down in order of the front, the inside, then to the innermost corners. These guidelines give your child a foundation for proper brushing habits.

4. Do not wash your toothbrush after brushing your teeth

When not completely cleaned, the toothbrush becomes a favorable environment for bacteria to invade and grow, becoming a "nest of bacteria". When you use a toothbrush for the next brushing, the child runs the risk of bacteria entering the oral cavity and sometimes the whole body.

So, after each brushing, you have to teach your child how to clean the toothbrush, let the toothbrush dry and then use it again. Avoid using the brush while still wet.

5. Let your child brush their teeth

If you only theoretically talk to your child and let them brush their own teeth, many children will apply the incorrect technique, even brushing for only 30 seconds. Therefore, you need to take the time to practice brushing with your child until they are mature.

According to dental experts, children are more stable in brushing when they are 8 years old. Remember to brush your teeth for at least 2 minutes at a time to make sure your teeth are as clean as possible.

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