Aside from the growth development of our baby, their oral health is just as important. When it comes to taking care of our baby’s teeth, there is no better time to start practicing it as early as infancy. Some parents might think that their children’s teeth are not a big deal as kids will lose their baby teeth and replace them with adult teeth anyway. Nope, no parents. That’s not how it works! Your little one needs to take care of their teeth (even if they don’t want to) because aside from their baby teeth, it is important for how their mouth will develop. That is why it IS important for parents to instill dental care practice in your children ever since they were baby.
Here are four core components every parent should know when it comes to your children’s teeth:
- BRUSHING – Use a soft brush for your children. You should brush their teeth as soon as the first tooth comes in.
- FLOSSING – You can start flossing their teeth once their teeth begin to fit closely together.
- DENTIST APPOINTMENTS – Make an appointment with the dentist once every 6 months for a regular checkup and to get professional treatments.
- DIETS – Eat a well-balanced diet by limiting sugary foods which can cause tooth decay. A child should also never go to sleep while nursing or with milk in their bottle.
At the same time, please, please don’t forget to observe your kids while they’re brushing their teeth. Kids below the age of 7 often swallow the toothpaste because they have yet to learn the voluntary spit reflex. Hence, it is dangerous if they consume any coloured toothpaste, especially if the ingredients are heavy with chemicals. So, it is advisable for parents to opt for a toothpaste that is safe for children.
Kids don’t need a lot of toothpaste to brush their teeth. Just a pea-sized amount is more than enough. Train them until it becomes their daily routines. Now, let’s take a look at how these gorgeous mothers are doing it with their children.
Looks like they have gotten the best choice – Red Seal! Originated from New Zealand, the Red Seal Kids’ Toothpaste is a 100% natural toothpaste that works well as the training toothpaste for your children. This calcium-formulated toothpaste encourages natural mineralization of the teeth, contains no nasty chemicals such as fluoride, paraben (carcinogenic) and SLS (ulcer-causing), yet cleanses the children’s teeth gently and effectively. It is also infused with essential oils for antiseptic purposes and the preservative is made of natural tree extract from New Zealand to act as an antibacterial function. Its sweet bubblegum flavour that is derived from natural fruit flavours (peach and banana) and stevia will add in the fun to your children’s brushing time!
Psst. Another good news for all mothers. Based on a survey conducted by Red Seal for their recent campaign, 10 out of 10 mothers feel safe to let their children use 100% natural Red Seal Kids Toothpaste! Now that’s another reason why you should train your kids to brush their teeth with this toothpaste.
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