Dental hygiene is one of the most important things we can teach our children. Unfortunately, for a lot of parents, getting kids to brush and floss their teeth is like … well, like pulling teeth. If we want to protect our kids from having their teeth actually pulled at some point in their lives, we’ve got to show them the ins and outs of proper dental health. It’s best to teach your little ones about oral care from a young age, this creates the normalisation of oral care.
Luckily, Jordan Oral start catering for your baby’s oral health from birth with Jordan Green Clean Kids Toothpaste (€3.75/£2.65) and Jordan Green Clean Baby Toothbrush 0-2 years (€3.75/£2.65).
You may notice your baby biting down on the toothbrush, making it hard to brush properly? This is completely normal. Biting on a toothbrush is an instinctive behaviour to help soothe their gums as their new teeth begin to break through. This is why Jordan Green Clean Baby Toothbrush 0-2 years (€3.75/£2.65) is ultra-soft, gentle and safe for new teeth and sensitive gums.
Now we know for kids (and many adults) oral hygiene is boring. One of the best ways to make this time enjoyable is to do these things together. Huddle up in the bathroom, put on some good music, and get to brushing!
Here’s a few Jordan top tips for making it more enjoyable for all:
1.Start brushing your baby’s teeth with a fluoride toothpaste as soon as their first tooth appears. Children’s first teeth usually start coming in at around 6 months, and by the age of 3, they usually have 20 baby teeth.
- Ensure they are using a toothbrush suitable for their age and needs. The Jordan Green Clean Baby Toothbrush 0-2 years (€3.75/£2.65) is a perfectly designed toothbrush for babies under the age of 2 due to its extra soft bristles and easy to grab handle.
- Help your baby brush their teeth and explain what you are doing. Brush twice a day for two minutes, once in the morning and once before bedtime.
- Brush gently, with small circular movements along the gums.
- Remember small babies can’t spit. Be sure to choose a mild fruity flavoured toothpaste with the recommended fluoride for their age like Jordan Green Clean Kids Toothpaste (€3.75/£2.65) and use the toothpaste indicator on the bristles Jordan Kids Collection toothbrushes to ensure you use the correct amount (The coloured dots on the bristles).
- Since babies have less Dexterity and motor skill development than adults, you should help brush your child’s teeth. Help encourage them by brushing with them, why not let them pick out the colour of your Jordan Oral Care Green Clean Adult Toothbrush (€3.75/£2.65) there are many to choose from!