Our team at Irvine Orthodontics will tell you that brushing your teeth - yes, even during orthodontic treatment - is one of the easiest methods of cavity prevention. But which type of toothbrush should your child use? When choosing a toothbrush, look for round-ended, or polished, bristles that clean while being gentle on the gums and look for one that has large handles that can help children control the toothbrush. Lastly, throw out a toothbrush after three months or sooner if the bristles begin fraying. Frayed bristles can harm your gums, and are not as effective in cleaning teeth.
As far as which toothpaste is best? It really doesn't matter as long as your toothpaste has fluoride in it. Make sure to touch each tooth and every side of that tooth. Also, gently brush on your gums.
To learn more about choosing the right toothbrush and toothpaste for your child, we encourage you to read this helpful article from Parenthood.com. Or, you may give us a call at (949) 786-7800 and we'll try to answer any question you may have about keeping your child's mouth as healthy as possible during treatment at Irvine Orthodontics!
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