{"id":189,"date":"2017-07-17T19:40:53","date_gmt":"2017-07-17T19:40:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupwest.com\/blog\/?p=189"},"modified":"2021-08-30T15:17:12","modified_gmt":"2021-08-30T15:17:12","slug":"family-dentist-in-toledo-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupwest.com\/blog\/family-dentist-in-toledo-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Family Dentist in Toledo Offers Tips on Making Brushing Fun for Your Child"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-190\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupwest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/AdobeStock_43151345-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Brushing and flossing can be fun for your child! Your family dentist in Toledo shows you how.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupwest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/AdobeStock_43151345-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalgroupwest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/AdobeStock_43151345-768x511.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentalgroupwest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/AdobeStock_43151345-1024x681.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>There\u2019s nothing worse than having a battle with your child twice a day over brushing and flossing their teeth! You\u2019re thinking to yourself \u2013 \u201cThere must be a better way,\u201d and there is. Your family dentist in Toledo has some tips on how to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en\/us\/oc\/oral-health\/basics\/brushing-and-flossing\/article\/simple-ways-to-make-brushing-teeth-fun-1013\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">make brushing fun<\/a> for your child. Perhaps, they\u2019ll even look forward to it!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Allow Them to Choose Their Tools<\/h2>\n<p>There are so many fun toothbrushes and different colors and flavors of toothpaste for children. Allow them to pick out their favorite brush. Maybe it sings, or has their favorite character on it. Let them choose their own toothpaste, delicious flavors such as bubblegum or strawberry might motivate them to brush.<\/p>\n<h2>Lead by Example<\/h2>\n<p>If they see you brushing and flossing your teeth, they may be more apt to follow suit. You can even let them brush your teeth in exchange for you brushing theirs. Make it fun for them.<\/p>\n<h2>Make it a Game<\/h2>\n<p>Help your child brush for the recommended two minutes per day by making a game out of it. Use a timer set for two minutes to see if they can get their teeth clean in time. Download fun apps that play music while they brush. Create a chart for them to keep track of their brushing and flossing success. Using a little creativity can go a long way in relieving your daily brushing woes.<\/p>\n<p>Consider offering them a sticker or small reward for brushing for the full two minutes or cooperating. You might be surprised at how motivating a reward can be.<\/p>\n<h2>Regular Dental Visits<\/h2>\n<p>Regular visits to your dentist in Toledo will also help your child feel more comfortable about brushing at home. At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupwest.com\/family-dentistry.html\">Dental Group West<\/a>, we recommend that you bring your child in for their first visit right around their first birthday. This may seem early, but it helps them acclimate to our office and allows us to examine their teeth and oral development.<\/p>\n<p>As your child gets older, we\u2019ll educate them about their oral health and the importance of brushing and flossing at home. We\u2019ll even show them the proper techniques to use to make the most of their home care. We may also recommend fluoride treatments or dental sealants to help strengthen and protect their teeth.<\/p>\n<h2>Contact Dental Group West<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to learn more about making brushing fun, or if it\u2019s time to schedule your child\u2019s next appointment, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupwest.com\/contact-us.html\">give your team at Dental Group West a call today<\/a>. We\u2019re happy to help!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s nothing worse than having a battle with your child twice a day over brushing and flossing their teeth! You\u2019re thinking to yourself \u2013 \u201cThere must be a better way,\u201d and there is. Your family dentist in Toledo has some tips on how to make brushing fun for your child. 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