Shopping List for Strong Smiles

Good brushing habits start early, and they grow with your child. From cleaning a baby’s gums to helping a teen manage braces, each stage has its own routine and tools that make oral care more effective — and easier for both kids and caregivers.

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  • Soft, small-head toothbrush (manual or powered)

  • Fluoride toothpaste (1000–1500 ppm F)

  • Floss picks or water flosser for tight contacts

  • 2-minute timer/app

How to use it

  • Brush morning and night: smear for under 3, pea-size for ages 3–6+

  • Supervise until they can spit

  • Minimal rinsing after brushing to keep fluoride on teeth

  • Replace brushes after illness or fraying

By guiding your child step by step, you set the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles. Remember: consistency matters more than perfection, and a little help from caregivers goes a long way.

FAQs

1. When should I start brushing my child’s teeth?
Begin as soon as the first tooth appears. Use a smear of fluoride toothpaste twice a day and gently brush for them until they can manage on their own.

2. How much toothpaste should kids use at different ages?
For babies and toddlers under 3, use just a smear (about the size of a grain of rice). From ages 3–6, a pea-sized amount is enough.

3. Do kids need electric toothbrushes?
Not necessarily. A soft-bristled manual brush works fine, but for older children (7+), a powered brush with a timer can make brushing easier and more effective.

Bring your bag to your appointment—we’ll do a quick product check together.

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