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6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by Dentalgist: 10:47am On Mar 30, 2019 |
Toothbrushing for children can be one of the most challenging tasks for any parent. Rightly put, it’s a chore on its own. A growing child has to contend with learning other life skills. So, how do you motivate a child to start learning how to brush? Here are 7 ways to make toothbrushing a joyous act for your child/children Toothbrush Selection Children tend to associate fun with cartoon-like items. One sure way to arouse children’s eagerness towards toothbrushing times is by selecting toothbrush of unique colours such as blue, pink, purple. Some toothbrushes can even have a depiction of the child’s favourite character. Thinking of toothbrushes? check these: Make It a Family Affair Children are amazing learners. They learn a lot through observation. They imitate us in several ways. So one effective you can be sure to inculcate and teach your child/children the habit is to make him participate in toothbrushing when the other members of the family are doing the same. It gives him/her a sense of belonging and importance which would inevitably make them to learn the act effortlessly. Get The Child To Look In The Mirror Not every household has a mirror in the bathroom. However, where it is available, it is a good way to let the child savour the moment of toothbrushing. If only you know the amazing feeling they experience like they are watching themselves in a movie. Reward Good Behaviour Children like to be rewarded. What a better way to reinforce good habit like consistent toothbrushing. You know the feeling a child would have at school when he/she is being given a star for excellent class work. The reward can come in the form of a gift or special outing. Setting A Routine One sure way to get your child to make toothbrushing a habit is to set a routine. Ideally, toothbrushing should take place twice in a day, first in the morning and the last thing at night. When your child gets used to this, it pays off in the long run. Choose A Child-Friendly Dentist Choosing a fun dentist for your child can reinforce good oral hygiene practice. A child-friendly dentist would take time to playfully and unconsciously inculcate good oral hygiene practices in your child. Preferably, get a well-trained child dentist (pedodontist) for your kids, you can easily get one in one of the teaching hospitals around. https://dentalgist.ng/7-ways-to-make-toothbrushing-fun-for-kids#comments 11 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by gideon1971(m): 2:13pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
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Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by ct2: 2:13pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Educative, |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by davit: 2:14pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Nice tips |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by Dandsome: 2:14pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Nice. But pikin wey no go brush, no go brush. 16 Likes |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by damlawrence101: 2:14pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
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Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by Topmaike007(m): 2:14pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Good to know Op |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by affable4(m): 2:15pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Just don’t force a child to brush. I repeat, never force a child to brush his/her teeth. If not, no matter what you do, brushing the teeth will always be war. Just be patient and make them love doing it, your work is 3/4 done. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by crazyABO(m): 2:15pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Put cane beside them simple 4 Likes |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by rocean: 2:18pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Dentalgist: |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by tex73: 2:18pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Nice tips. Let me add using an electric toothbrush. They think its a toy but it's doing the work. 1 Like |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by wakes: 2:18pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Beautiful |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by affable4(m): 2:18pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
crazyABO: Real kpako spotted |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by Oluwasaeon(m): 2:18pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
What about hot abara ? 2 Likes |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by BlackfireX: 2:19pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
I don't understand |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by ShenTeh(m): 2:20pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
My kids? just keep singing 'this is the way we brush...' in different keys. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by AkupeMBANO(f): 2:20pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
is today may 27th? |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by Nobody: 2:21pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
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Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by alert01(m): 2:22pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
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Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by enemyofprogress: 2:24pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Copy and paste bullshiiiiiiiiiit |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by thelifepagesng(m): 2:25pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
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Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by sisisioge: 2:32pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
They really don't like brushing fa...these ideas are so nice. 1 Like |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by Foodwellsaid(f): 3:06pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Very helpful tips.. Thanks |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by Pusyiter(m): 3:33pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Good as it were but not for working/career parents Who have that time to do all these tips when you need to get to the office on time and drop the kids at school? |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by jeff1607(m): 3:47pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
so my child will tell me he won't wash his teeth simply because it isn't fun? |
Re: 6 Ways To Make Toothbrushing Fun For Kids by joshuaudom(m): 4:57pm On Mar 30, 2019 |
Dentalgist: Good |
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