5 Ways to Get Your Child to Care for Their Teeth | Pediatric Dentist Lewisville, TX

5 Ways to Get Your Child to Care for Their Teeth | Pediatric Dentist Lewisville, TX

PEDIATRIC DENTIST IN LEWISVILLE, TX
Lewisville Kids Dentist
Posted on September 15, 2023

For some parents, it can be challenging to get kids to practice at-home oral care unsupervised. However, the long-term benefits of an early start are worth the effort. Here are some tips to help you make oral health a fun part of your kid’s daily routine.

1. Let Them Choose Their Own Supplies

Let your child pick out their own toothbrush. This will help them take ownership in their oral care routine. There are many toothpaste options for children, too. Let them choose their own with guidance from you and our pediatric dentist. 

2. Go High-Tech

Use technology to your advantage: Have them choose an app that prompts them to brush for two minutes to music or a video. 

3. Brush and Floss Together

Your child will be much more excited about routine care if it’s framed as a group activity. Brush your teeth next to your child. If you have more than one child, have them brush together, ideally with you. A family routine makes the time more enjoyable and helps your child accept oral hygiene as a normal part of life.

4. Educate and Empower

It’s important that your child understands why practicing good oral hygiene is so important. Without using undue scare tactics, teach them about the consequences of neglecting oral health. We, as your pediatric dentist, can also show them the best ways to brush and floss and we strive to make every dental visit enjoyable. 

5. Reward Good Behavior

A little incentive can go a long way. When trying to coax a child to floss and brush on their own, it might be helpful to implement a simple reward system. For example, your child could track their own brushing on a calendar or reward app and trade in a good week for a prize or privilege.

There are a number of strategies you can use to make brushing a fun part of your child’s day, rather than a chore to be endured. You know your child better than anyone, so feel free to experiment and share them with us so we can pass them along to other parents.

Regular professional cleanings and examinations are essential to an effective oral hygiene routine. Contact our pediatric dental team to schedule your child’s next appointment.

Lewisville Kids Dentistry
Phone: (972) 436-9121
501 S Stemmons Fwy
Lewisville, TX 75067

Read Our Lewisville Pediatric Dental News

PEDIATRIC DENTIST in Lewisville, TX

Hypodontia: Understanding Your Child’s Missing...

October 1st 2024

When children lose their baby teeth, it often feels like a milestone. But what happens when a permanent tooth doesn’t develop? This is where hypodontia comes into play—a condition that, while relatively common, can be concerning for both parents and children. At Lewisville Kids Dentistry, we believe that understanding hypodontia can help alleviate worries about...
Read More

Concerned About White Spots on...

September 15th 2024

At Lewisville Kids Dentistry, we know that parents are always on the lookout for anything unusual with their children’s teeth. If you’ve noticed white spots on your child’s teeth, you might be wondering what they mean and if they’re cause for concern. While several factors can cause these spots—including illness, vitamin deficiencies, excessive fluoride, and...
Read More

Don’t Wait to Treat Your...

September 1st 2024

At Lewisville Kids Dentistry, we understand that your child’s dental health is a top priority. If your little one is complaining of a toothache, bad taste in their mouth, or a bump on their gums, these could be signs of an abscessed tooth—a dental emergency that requires prompt attention. Fortunately, with proper care, an abscessed...
Read More