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Good oral hygiene in children<\/strong> from the earliest age is the foundation of healthy baby and permanent teeth. Choosing the right toothbrush and teaching daily brushing are key parts of dental prevention. In this article we explain how to look after your baby’s oral hygiene<\/strong>, how to choose your child’s first toothbrush<\/strong>, and how to deal with difficulties that may come up in this daily routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral hygiene for babies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even before the first teeth appear, you should look after your child’s mouth. In babies, bacteria can build up on the gums and tongue, so it is worth starting gentle care early. You can use a silicone finger brush, which lets you gently massage the gums and remove debris. Alternatively, you can use gauze moistened with boiled water \u2013 a traditional way of cleaning a baby’s mouth. Special oral care wipes for babies are also available and are a convenient option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why care for oral hygiene even before teething? Bacteria in the mouth can contribute to early childhood caries (baby bottle tooth decay), which can develop at a very early age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your baby’s first toothbrush<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Choosing your child’s first toothbrush is an important step in caring for their oral health. First of all, pay attention to the size of the toothbrush. It should have a small head that fits a little one’s small mouth. The bristles must be soft to clean the teeth and gums gently without causing irritation. The brush head should cover 1\u20132 teeth at a time, which is enough to clean the first baby teeth thoroughly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toothbrushes marked 0\u20132 or 0\u20133 meet these requirements and are designed with the youngest users in mind. Although the colour matters less in terms of function, letting your child pick it can bring them a lot of joy. Let your little one choose a model in their favourite colour or with a cartoon character to encourage regular brushing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the parent, who brushes the child’s teeth at first, a comfortable, large handle is essential. Ideally it should have non-slip elements that stop the toothbrush slipping out of your hand. A comfortable handle lets you move the brush precisely in your child’s small mouth, which is very important in the first months of learning oral hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When buying the first toothbrush, also make sure it is made of safe materials and has the right quality certificates. That way you can be sure the model you choose is ideal for both your child and you.<\/p>\n\n\n