How to Pick a Child's Toothbrush

Those little mouths need little toothbrushes, and if you've taken a trip down the toothbrush aisle, you've seen the plethora of choices that are available. Fortunately, you need to keep just a few things in mind to help you select the right brush. Then, it's on to teaching your little one how to use that perfect little toothbrush to keep his pearly whites clean and sparkly.

Instructions

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      Examine the label and choose a toothbrush with soft bristles. It should say "Soft" on the front of the package, usually at the stop. Medium and hard bristles can be painful and cause damage to the teeth and gums of children.

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      Look at the size and shape of the toothbrush's head. It should be small enough to fit comfortably in your child's mouth, and be rounded, not rectangular. Rounded brushes lend themselves to better brushing because they can reach all the teeth's surfaces better than rectangular brushes.

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      Choose a toothbrush that has a small, child-size handle rather than one with an adult-size handle. The label on the toothbrush is likely to contain a suggested age range, which helps you in your decision-making. If desired, select one with grips so your child can better hold and maneuver the brush as he cleans his teeth.

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