Oral Hygiene

Proper brushing

• The correct way of brushing teeth in children consists of small circular movements that reach the gums.
• The toothbrush that children should use will have a small head and soft bristles.
• From the age of 3 years, an electric toothbrush can be used, always under the supervision of an adult, while after the age of 7 years the use of an electric toothbrush is highly recommended.
• Recommended frequency of brushing teeth à at least 3 times a day, after each meal: in the morning, after breakfast, at noon, after lunch and in the evening, before bedtime, INDEFINITELY!!!!

Use of fluoride toothpaste

• Children younger than 18 months: use a minimum amount of fluoride toothpaste with a fluoride content of 500ppm F.
• Children from 3 to 6 years of age: a fluoride toothpaste with 500-1000 ppm fluoride, depending on the age and the presence or absence of early caries.
• Children over 6 years of age (who can now control the swallowing reflex): use fluoride toothpaste with a fluoride content of 1000-1450 ppm F.
• Children with severe caries problem: supplementary use of fluoride tablets, on a daily basis, for a certain period of time.

Flossing

• Children over 6 years of age: floss every night after brushing your teeth.
• Children younger than 6 years: use thread passed in special pockets, with the help of parents.

Use of oral solution

• Children over 6 years: use
  
  dental solution
  
  every night, after brushing the teeth, if our paediatric dentist deems it necessary.

In our time, oral hygiene cannot be underestimated. Through our analytical investigation, we conclude that a consistent and systematic approach to oral care is necessary. Preventive care, early diagnosis and effective treatment of oral diseases are three key elements in maintaining oral health.