Often times, practicing the twice daily brushing habit becomes more of a nightmare for parents than it is for children. Parents are left to deal with the tantrums that come with their child’s struggles of finding the motivation to regularly brushing their teeth. Inability to find this motivation or enact a routine makes their visits to the dentists’ office much worse. In order to avoid these woes, it’s the responsibility of parents to find a strategy that works for their children. Certain strategies will work for some children, whereas others will totally fail. The most important element that parents need to bring to these situations is patience. When considering the ways in which parents successfully integrate these habits into their child’s life, entertainment is a primary strategy. Many parents look to a customized toothbrush, or a ‘smart’ toothbrush with app integration that entertain children as they brush through music. Other children prefer partnership and feel more comfortable brushing alongside a parent every morning and night. While not the most convenient, if eventually it leads to some form of independence in their children, parents have an easier time accepting this fate. Regardless of the method, the important thing is that parents begin this journey early. The earlier the better as it decreases the likelihood of children experiencing any form of decaying dental health. For more information on how to keep children engaged in the brushing process, read on to the infographic supporting this post.
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