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Toothbrushing at home

This year, because of COVID-19, we will not be running the Design to Smile scheme in school. Here is some really useful guidance for you to follow with your child.

Fluoride toothpaste helps to keep teeth strong. Children can use a fluoride-containing (1000- 1450ppm F) toothpaste.

Brush your child’s teeth twice a day, especially last thing at night before bed.

For children under 3 years, use only a smear of toothpaste.

For children over 3 years, use a pea-sized amount.

Don’t let them rinse afterwards, just get your child to spit out the toothpaste. SPIT DON’T RINSE is the most effective way to use fluoride toothpaste. This is a good message for adults too!

But, don’t let your child eat toothpaste.

Children under 8 years need help with brushing.

Remember to take your child’s brush and paste with you when you visit family and friends and when you go on holiday.

Even if your child joins in a nursery/school toothbrushing programme, it is still important that they also brush their teeth at home twice a day.

What can I do if my child won’t allow me to brush their teeth?

 

 

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