How To Teach Your Child Brush Their Teeth
How to teach a child to brush teeth Teaching children how to brush their teeth can be quite challenging especially if they have sensory issues. First step to a successful outcome is to familiarize your child with the brushing teeth routine ( visual numbered schedule ) this will make the routine easier. What you need: Laminated sheet of brushing teeth steps on the bathroom wall (with pictures) soft teeth brush Toothpaste that is gentle on gums stepping stool if your child is still short. plastic cup for rinsing Allow your child to hold the teeth brush themselves while guiding them, be patient with them and keep the brushing routine short. Allow your child to brush in the morning and at night, this will help them get used to brushing their own teeth. Have a brushing teeth chart on the bathroom wall and mark every time they independently brush their teeth, adding a reinforcer at the end of the week or routine will motivate them more.