Oral hygiene in children

The World Health Organization reports that most people around the world are cleaning their teeth differently than they should. And the reason is that the adults themselves initially teach their children such a lesson in the wrong technology. Not everyone understands the fact that the oral cavity of a child is significantly different from an adult. After all, baby teeth, in fact, do not look like adults, they have different shapes, as well as size. From this it follows that the care of the child's teeth must have a different form.


Parents who have children at a young age, it is very important to consult a specialist who, based on his knowledge, can show and explain to the child how to properly care for teeth and jumping periodicity. Hygiene concerning the oral cavity has an important rule that applies to both children and adults - it is necessary to clean the teeth regularly after eating. But it is worth noting that it is not easy to follow such a rule. After all, we often eat on the go, snacking or eating, being at the same time a guest. But as far as staying in the house, it is absolutely necessary to follow such a rule unconditionally. It is important to apply such actions regularly, so that it becomes a habit. Consider the important rules for caring for a child's polish.

Important rules of child cavity hygiene mouth

Care of the mouth of newborn children

This is the period when the teeth have not yet appeared, but the gums require hygiene. Therefore, care for them is mandatory. It is known that up to six months of children the oral cavity is a source of congestion of microbes. Possible infections such as thrush of the oral cavity, stomatitis, as well as a good soil for the development of caries of children's teeth. Microbes can accumulate in the event that the parents kiss the child on the lips, take in the mouth a baby pacifier, eat from a baby's nib, and then give it to the children. Thus the probability of infection is increased many times. It is important to note that it is necessary to rinse the same pacifier with boiling water, in order to avoid the risk of transmission of microbes, and also regularly treat the oral cavity with a weak solution of soda, after each feeding.

Tehnostichki teeth

Children's age, when the first teeth have already appeared, requires constant care for them. Initially, children's teeth are cleaned by adults themselves, because children do not yet understand what it is. To clean it is necessary a toothbrush, which is directed precisely at this age of the baby. The process itself should last at the beginning of about ten to fifteen seconds. Over time, it is necessary to increase time. It is very important at the first stage to interest the child with this concept. To show a toothbrush, to awaken the child's desire for this process. The period of tooth brushing for the baby should be done with pleasure. There are some options that can help parents in this:

  1. It is important to translate this necessary process into a game. For example, a toothbrush can become a good sorceress who chases microbes away. The child will be interested and will patiently wait until the process is over.
  2. It is known that every child likes to imitate. Thus, one can demonstrate in his experience how to do it. The child with joy and clear interest will repeat the action. It is also important to ensure that the baby does not taste the toothpaste. Regularly brushing his teeth, the child himself will get used to the fact that this process must be carried out daily.

Often there are times when we snack on the street, on a walk, in public transport. And, of course, the opportunity to have a tooth paste and a brush is not there. Most dentists advise in such situations to use chewing gum, which does not contain sugar. Chew it can be no more than ten to fifteen minutes. Thus, using chewing gum you can restore alkaline balance.

What is the difference between children's dental care products from adults?

As for the hygiene of the oral cavity, the necessary components for care are toothpaste and a toothbrush. To choose a toothbrush for a child is very serious. Its bristles should be soft, and it should be of short length. The head of the toothbrush should also be small, but as far as its handle, it should be long. To the kid, for whom brushing of teeth is a new discovery, it is necessary to choose a toothbrush that will have a shorter handle, but a sufficiently large one. So, the child will feel it better. As for the amount of dental paste required for one procedure, it is worth noting that its dose should not exceed the size of the nail on your baby's little finger. If the toothpaste will radiate an unusually delicious aroma, for example sweets or various fruits or berries, the child this procedure will be much more pleasant. It is important to pay attention to ensure that the child does not overdo it and does not eat it. After all, then it can lead to allergies, as well as possible damage to the mucosa.

Today, it is quite common to use specialized napkins designed specifically for oral hygiene. More often they are used for children who do not yet have teeth, therefore, it is too early to use toothpaste and a brush. Such napkins perfectly clear the baby's gums and gums. Kislit, which is present in these hygienic napkins, will suppress growth and will help stop the reproduction of bacteria, which in turn lead to caries. Also, the napkins are very comfortable to use at the time of teething. Keep them in a cool place, so it's best to use a refrigerator. And in a cold state napkins can also alleviate pain and discomfort.

It is also necessary to draw on no less significant means hygiene - dental floss. With her help, you can teach a child to remove pieces of the food in places where the toothbrush is powerless.