Mechanical or electric toothbrush for children: what to choose?
Benefits of an electric toothbrush
🔺 Kids love it!
Not all children are willing to brush their teeth, but a bright brush with fairy-tale characters on the handle will make this process more interesting and fun.
🔺 Teaches you to brush your teeth without rushing.
Many children's toothbrushes are musical. They play a 2-minute melody, and while the music plays, the child must brush their teeth. This helps the baby get used to careful dental care.
🔺 Cleans teeth more thoroughly than a mechanical brush.
Disadvantages of electric toothbrushes for children
🔻 It is better for children under 7 years old not to use an electric toothbrush constantly.
The enamel on children's teeth is very delicate, so you need to be careful when choosing a brush.
🔻 Preschoolers should use an electric toothbrush only under parental supervision.
To help a child learn to brush their teeth without the help of their parents, it's worth starting with a mechanical toothbrush.
Summary for parents
▶️ Up to 2 years old - your baby's teeth should be brushed exclusively with a mechanical brush.
▶️ From 2 to 7 years old - you can combine the use of both types of brushes.
▶️ From the age of 7 - allow your child to choose between a mechanical toothbrush and a children's electric toothbrush.
▶️ Up to 10-12 years old - periodically check whether the child is able to brush his teeth thoroughly, because not all kids can cope with this task properly.
We take care of dental health together with "Mamyn Dim"
It's convenient that "Mother's House" is a whole complex to help moms: next to each clinic there is a wonderful store with a thoughtful selection of teeth care products from the very first tooth. There are various children's toothbrushes and toothpastes for the smallest (no need to spit) and for more independent children. Stop by on the way or order online!
And to ensure that your teeth are always in order, come to the dentist at the Kharkiv branch – we work seven days a week and will definitely find a convenient time for you.