I Can Do It Reward Chart: Brush My Teeth

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For most adults, a toothbrush with a small head and a compact, angled arrangement of long and short round-end bristles is fine. Medium or soft bristles are best for most people. Your teeth are very important to your daily life and, unlike sharks, you won’t keep growing more and more teeth if yours come out! Babies’ teeth begin to develop before they are born, but in most cases don’t come through until they’re between 6 and 12 months old. At this point, you should begin brushing their teeth with a soft baby tooth brush to help kids get use to the sensation and protect those pearly whites. Most children have a full set of 20 baby teeth by the time they’re 3 years old. By Kindergarten, these first teeth will start to fall out, making way for larger adult teeth. A regular teeth-cleaning routine is essential for good dental health. Follow these tips and you can help keep your kids' teeth decay-free. Toothbrushing tips

Tilt the brush at a 45° angle against the gumline and sweep or roll the brush away from the gumline. Brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste twice a day for about 2 minutes to help keep your teeth and mouth healthy. Tooth brushing stops plaque building up. Try to make sure you clean every surface of all your teeth. When should I brush my teeth?Plaque is a film of bacteria that coats your teeth if you don't brush them properly. It contributes to gum disease and tooth decay. It is important that you use a toothpaste that's right for you. Today there is a wide variety of toothpaste designed for many conditions, including cavities, gingivitis, tartar, stained teeth and sensitivity. Ask your dental professional which toothpaste is right for you.

Don't rinse your mouth immediately after brushing, as it'll wash away the concentrated fluoride in the remaining toothpaste. They're both equally good, as long as you clean all the surfaces of all your teeth and you use fluoride toothpaste.

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But making sure you thoroughly clean your teeth at least twice a day is more important than the type of brush you use. If in doubt, ask your dentist. What type of toothpaste should I use?