How to ….. teach children to brush their teeth!

Around 40% of children have tooth decay by the age of 5!
Here are some ways to help children to clean their teeth
Children do not have the dexterity to clean their own teeth until the are around 10 years old, therefore make sure you clean their teeth for them twice a day.
Tell a child to brush each tooth individually, it should take 2 minutes to brush your teeth.
Use disclosing tablets at least once a week
Electric tooth brushes are good especially the Sonicare for Kids
Start flossing around the age of 10.
make regular hygienist appointments.