Oral Health
Award-Winning Brampton Dentist
source: cdha.ca
About Oral Health
Here are some tips for the little ones in your family to help avoid getting new cavities.
- Drink water
- Eat healthy snacks
- Choose Sugar free gum and candy
- Eat treats only after meals and not in between
- Brush your teeth twice a day for 2 minutes each time.
- kick the lollipop and chewy candy
- Stop the pop and sugary drinks
- Stay away from sugary cereals
5 Fun Oral Health Strategies for Kids
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Use fun colourful, themed toothbrushes and toothpaste with kid-friendly flavours, transforming oral hygiene into a fun and enjoyable routine.
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Create a rewards system or sticker chart to track consistent brushing and flossing, motivating kids to keep their teeth and gums healthy.
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Encourage your kids to drink water after meals and snacks to help rinse away food particles and promote saliva production, which naturally cleans teeth and protects against cavities.
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Introduce educational games or apps that teach children about the importance of oral health, proper brushing techniques, and how to identify healthy versus unhealthy food choices for their teeth.
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Engage kids in fun, interactive activities like singing a two-minute song while brushing or creating DIY dental-themed crafts to spark their interest in oral hygiene and make it an enjoyable part of their daily routine.