table of contents
- Milk toothbrush and finishing brush.Are there two types of toothbrushes?
- When should I start taking care of my baby's teeth?
- My front teeth have grown!How to care for front teeth?
- My back teeth are sore!How to care for back teeth?
- How long do you need a finishing polish?
- In your mouth, what is the place where dirt tends to accumulate and cavities are likely to occur?
- A must-see for moms and dads!4 secret tricks when your baby won't open his mouth!
- What is the best timing for finishing polish in a day?
- When can I use toothpaste?
- What are the best "milk toothbrushes" and "finishing brushes" for babies?
- Summary
- A new toothbrush series jointly developed with a dental university teacher and a pediatric dentist.Richell's "Try Milk Toothbrush" and "Try Finishing Brush"
- Product links introduced in this article
Teeth are for life.
It is said that the health of teeth is closely related to the health of mind and body.I want to make a strong tooth by wearing a solid tooth brushing habit from the time I was a baby.
However, when I try to brush my child's teeth, he cries reluctantly, acts violently, and runs away...
On the other hand, if you force yourself to brush your teeth, your child will dislike brushing their teeth, and you may not be able to get into the habit of brushing their teeth.
What should I do?I'm at a loss.
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There was a trick to how to brush teeth so that children do not hate itIt is!
This time, it is a dental specialist,Dr. Masayuki Sano, Director of Asunaro Pediatric Dental Clinic and Doctor of DentistryWhen,Professor Hiroyuki Haishima of Matsumoto Dental UniversityWe were able to learn from the two of them how to take care of their teeth according to their child's growth and how to develop good tooth brushing habits that children will not dislike.
In addition, only by dental specialists
- How to use milk toothbrush and finishing brush
- How to choose a toothbrush that fits your child's growth
- How to get your baby to open his mouth
- How to use toothpaste
We will also introduce a lot of stories about toothpastes in general.
This is a must-read for moms and dads who are trying to brush their baby's teeth, and for those who are already having trouble with their baby's teeth!
Milk toothbrush and finishing brush.Are there two types of toothbrushes?
–Mr. Sano and Mr. Haishima, thank you very much for your time today.
As soon as possible, the toothbrushes for baby oral care can be broadly divided intomilk toothbrushとfinishing brushThere are two types, but how should I use them properly?
Mr. Sano:Baby toothbrushes are intended to inculcate dental care habits by having babies hold and learn the action of brushing their teeth..
on the other hand,The finishing brush is intended for parents to clean their baby's teeth..
Each has a different purpose,For tooth care, it is better to use both a milk toothbrush and a finishing brush.is not it.
After training your child to brush their teeth with a milk toothbrush, give them a thorough finish with a finishing brush.
When should I start taking care of my baby's teeth?
– When should I start taking care of my baby's teeth?
Mr. Haishima:If you have tooth decay, you will need treatment.Prevention is important for tooth decay.
Oral care starts when teeth begin to growI think it's good to
There are individual differences in how teeth erupt. Some children start to erupt when they are young, while others do not erupt until they are 8 or 9 months old.Don't judge by age, start oral care after teeth growI like it.
–There are large individual differences in the timing when teeth start to grow.
Keep an eye on the condition of your mouth, and start oral care when your teeth begin to grow!is not it.
How to take care of your mouth when the first teeth erupt
– Baby teething may include:The first tooth grows → the front teeth grow → the back teeth grow First of all, what kind of oral care should be done when the first teeth grow?
Mr. Sano:The most important thing about brushing your baby's teeth isDon't dislike brushing your teethis.For that reason, it's a good idea to start preparing your mouth for receiving a toothbrush little by little when teeth start to grow.
The mouth is a very sensitive area.
"Kids don't brush their teeth"
Everyone is having a hard time saying, "I don't like just putting in a toothbrush."
Babies are frightened when they suddenly have something they don't know in their mouth.
InitiallyGently stimulate the inside of the mouth with a finger brush to reduce resistance to toothbrushing.is not it.
– Babies hate brushing their teeth because they suddenly put the toothbrush in their mouth.I agree!
By the way, what kind of toothbrush is a finger brush?
Mr. Sano:Specifically, it is a type of finishing brush that fits on your finger like this.
Richell Hello Tooth Mama Toothbrush
Like this finger brush, it's best to start with a hairless surface and gradually get used to the stimulus by massaging it.
When caring for your baby's teeth for the first time, don't put the brush in his mouth all of a sudden.
When touching the inside of the mouth, the front teeth are sensitive and sensitive, so use the massage side of the finger brush to get used to them by pushing from the back of the gums to the front.When you get used to it, polish it with a brush surface.
Get used to the stimulation little by little in the order of "press" → "rub" → "brush".
You can get used to having a brush in your mouth by giving gentle stimulation while watching your baby's development and condition.
—It is important to relieve the baby's tension and gradually get used to the brush entering the mouth.Is that so?
Mr. Sano:Once your baby gets used to mouth stimulation,Improve hand and mouth senses while playing with teethingis also good.
Richell First Baby Toothbrush
Scratching their teeth can make them interested in brushing their teeth from an early age, and scratching leads to the secretion of saliva.
Promoting saliva production also helps prevent tooth decay.
–Playing with teeth is good for tooth brushing training and also for preventing tooth decay!
My front teeth have grown!How to care for front teeth?
Oral care method from when the front teeth grow
– What kind of oral care is necessary from the time the front teeth grow?
Mr. Sano:First of all, if there is baby food residue or milk left in the mouth (the gums, between the cheeks and the gums, the muscle where the upper lip is turned up, etc.), gently wipe it with a wet gauze to clean it.
When the front teeth grow, give the baby a baby toothbrush to help him or her remember where to grip and bite.
Richell Hello Tooth Baby Toothbrush
When choosing a baby toothbrush, it's good to have a non-slip, easy-to-grip grip and a soft brush that's comfortable to chew, so that you can practice putting a long toothbrush in your mouth.
Mr. Sano:It is difficult to adjust the amount of force applied to babies, so it is safe to use a toothbrush with soft bristles and a safety plate.
When your baby gets used to it,Let's learn the direction and movement of the toothbrush as a tooth brushing practice.
For baby toothbrushes, it is best to choose a head that resembles a real toothbrush, and a long, thick grip that fits your baby's growth.
Richell Soft Baby Toothbrush
–It is important to use the thickness and length of the grip and the shape of the brush according to the child's growth.
Finishing brushing from when the front teeth grow
–What kind of finishing brush should I choose when my front teeth grow?
Mr. Sano:The finishing brush for when the front teeth grow,The brush part is made of flocked hair that is soft and firm.is good
The grip is easy to "hold chopsticks"It is easier to use if you choose
Richell Good evening toothbrush for front teeth
Mr. Haishima:Compact head size, perfect for small front teethwould be good.With a small head, you can polish every corner carefully without giving unnecessary stimulation to your child.
– There are many times when babies don't like finishing brushes...
Mr. Sano:It may be that the power of brushing is strong.
When holding the finishing brush, holding it with a chopstick makes it easier to control the amount of force with your fingertips.Snap on your wrist and wigglePlease give
If you hold the finishing brush tightly, it will be difficult to control the force, so you will apply too much force.
If you brush too hard, your baby will not like the toothbrush because it hurts, and there is also the risk that the gums will recede.
Finishing brushing is fine with much weaker force than moms and dads thinkis.Let's carefully brush every corner while watching the baby's condition.
Be especially careful to brush the backside of the upper front teeth, which is difficult for saliva to reach.
My back teeth are sore!How to care for back teeth?
How to take care of the oral cavity from the time the back teeth grow
– How should I take care of my teeth once they grow back?
Mr. Sano:Suitable for your child's growthLet your child hold a toothbrush with moderately hard and long bristles, and practice the sensation of touching the brush to the teeth..
From the time the back teeth grow, it is better to use a flocked brush that can clean the teeth more cleanly.
Richell Back Teeth Shiny Baby Toothbrush
Mr. Haishima:It is difficult for babies to accurately control the movement and force of their hands, and there is a risk of damaging their gums due to unexpected movements.
It is recommended that only the tip of the brush is made of a soft material.
Mr. Sano:If the bristles of the toothbrush fall down, the stain removal effect will decrease.So please check the toothbrush from time to time.
Once your child has become accustomed to brushing their teeth, let them practice holding the chopsticks to prevent brushing leftovers and damage to their gums.
Richell chopstick baby toothbrush
If you hold the chopsticks correctly with your thumb, index finger, and middle finger, you will be able to use your natural strength to polish the hair, and you will be able to prevent the hair from falling down and leaving it unpolished..
–It’s finally time to practice brushing your teeth with the correct grip.Every time you step up, you can realize the growth of your child.
Finishing brushing from when the back teeth grow
–When the back teeth start to grow, the shape of the back teeth is complicated and difficult to polish.What kind of finishing brush should I choose from around this time?
Mr. Haishima:The finishing brush from the time the back teeth grow,Easy-to-hold items with chopsticksis good
Richell Good Evening Mama Toothbrush for Back Teeth
Since your child will get used to brushing their teeth, it is better to choose a brush with a slightly larger head and a higher brushing ability than a finishing brush for when the front teeth erupt.
If you choose one with a soft material for the tip, it will not hurt your child's mouth when brushing their back teeth, and you can brush deep inside.So I recommend it.
Especially carefully brush the back of the upper front teeth where saliva cannot reach, the outside of the upper molars where dirt tends to accumulate, and the inside of the lower molars.
–Once your back teeth have grown and you are used to brushing your teeth, it is important to choose a toothbrush with a slightly larger head.
How long do you need a finishing polish?
–How old do you need to be to finish brushing?
Mr. Sano:Ideally, until the end of elementary school,I would like you to do it by all means until the 3rd or 4th grade of elementary school..
At the same time as cleaning the teeth, please make it a habit of brushing teeth after meals.
In your mouth, what is the place where dirt tends to accumulate and cavities are likely to occur?
–Is there any place where dirt tends to accumulate that you want to be careful about when polishing?
Mr. Sano:There are two places in your mouth where dirt tends to accumulate.
One is between the front teeth.The other is the bite of the back teeth.
These areas are said to be prone to tooth decay, so please be careful when brushing.
It is easy for children to brush their front teeth by themselves, but their back teeth are difficult.Please polish the back teeth with a finishing brush.
When it is difficult to finish brushing, lay your child on mom or dad's lap, and your child's mouth will open naturally.
You can do it well if you scrape out the dirt on the upper and lower back teeth in this state.
A must-see for moms and dads!4 secret tricks when your baby won't open his mouth!
– Do you have any tips for when your baby is so nervous that he/she won't open his mouth?
① Cross your fingers and hold the top and bottom of your mouth
Mr. Sano:First, sit the baby and hold it from behind,Let's wrap both cheeks of the baby with both hands of mom and dad and gently stroke it.The baby will be so happy to open his mouth.
As soon as your baby opens his mouth, cross your thumb and forefinger and use your thumb to hold the lower teeth and your index finger to hold the upper teeth..This will keep you stable and open your mouth properly.
② Roll the baby's lower lip into the mouth
Mr. Sano:Next, there is a question about getting your finger bitten, but in that caseTuck your child's bottom lip into your mouth.
Then, the child will not bite his lip because it hurts when he bites himself.This way she won't get bitten.
③Press the baby's cheek with your finger
– What should I do if my baby is already nervous and won't open his mouth?
Mr. Sano:In such cases,Try to press the baby's cheek with mommy and daddy's fingers.
If the cheek meat gets into your mouth, you won't be able to close your mouth, so if you brush it in the meantime, it will go smoothly.
④ Lock the baby's arms on mom and dad's knees
Mr. Sano:In addition, When your baby won't let you brush his teeth by flapping his hands, put your baby's arms under mommy and daddy's knees and rock them.There is also a method.
– All the methods that can be put into practice immediately and scale from the eyes!
What is the best timing for finishing polish in a day?
–Next, I would like to ask you about the time you brush your teeth. What time of the day should you brush your teeth?
Mr. Haishima:Ideally, you should brush after every meal, but if you can't do it after every meal,Especially before going to bed, finish brushing thoroughlyI want you to make a habit of saying.
– Why is it important to brush your teeth at night?
Mr. Haishima:Saliva has the effect of washing and cleaning the inside of the mouth..
When baby teeth come around, saliva will come out more often due to stimuli such as chewing things, so it is good to use a finger brush to encourage the secretion of saliva and get used to brushing teeth. .
But,Decreased saliva production during sleep. So,In order to reduce bacteria in the mouth as much as possible before going to bed, finishing brushing before going to bed is the most importantWhat is it?
If you don't use toothpaste at first and brush your teeth thoroughly before going to bed, you should be fine.
First of all, reduce your baby's resistance to toothpastes and make toothpastes a habit.
When can I use toothpaste?
– Then when should we start using toothpaste?
Mr. Haishima:Please use the toothpaste after letting it play with "bukubukupe" and water, and when it can gargle..
Until then, just brushing without toothpaste is fine.
Once the back teeth have grown, the spaces between the teeth and the back teeth are prone to cavities, so a toothpaste containing fluoride is effective.
What are the best "milk toothbrushes" and "finishing brushes" for babies?
–Lastly, what kind of milk toothbrush and finishing brush should you choose?
Mr. Sano:What they all have in common is safety.
How to choose a milk toothbrush
Mr. Sano:If you have a baby toothbrush, choose a shape that matches the development of your mouth and fingers.
Made of materials that are safe for babies to chew,Shaped to prevent stabbing in the throat even if you fall with the toothbrush in your mouth,with a non-slip handleWould be good.
Babies have a habit of chewing, so it is safer to use a toothbrush that does not get caught when you pull it out of your teeth.
How to choose a finishing brush
–Then, what kind of finishing brush should you choose?
Mr. Haishima:A finishing brush with an angled neck is good for brushing the back teeth, but it may be difficult to apply to the teeth, so a straight neck brush that can polish every corner with a single brush is recommended.
Practice using a finger brush to get used to putting foreign objects in your mouth.
From the time the front teeth grow, a small head that does not irritate the mouth and polishes every corner.
From around the time the back teeth grow, choose a toothbrush with a slightly larger head that allows you to brush firmly.
– Professors, thank you very much for your very meaningful talks.
Summary
The various functions of the mouth such as chewing, eating, and swallowing are generally formed by the age of three, and children who acquire lifestyle habits that prevent tooth decay by this age are less likely to develop tooth decay even when they grow up. .
In addition, cavities in the baby's milk teeth affect the health of the permanent teeth that come in next and the future tooth alignment.
Since I was a baby, my teeth have been very important to me.
By all means, please make a habit of proper oral care and give your precious baby a gift of strong teeth for a lifetime.
A new toothbrush series jointly developed with a dental university teacher and a pediatric dentist.Richell's "Try Milk Toothbrush" and "Try Finishing Brush"
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