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Any tips for Cleaning Baby Teeth?
Does anyone have any successful tips for cleaning baby teeth?My 10month old baby hates keeping still to have his teeth cleaned.Ive tried using a soft damp cloth and also a soft toothbrush but he gets most upset.Im really concerned about tooth decay.
Any advice is most welcome smile
Any advice is most welcome smile
Persistance, and praise.
If you can get him to say "Aahhh" or roar like a lion that's a good start. Maybe practice with him at numerous times of the day so he learns. Quickly and gently brush over his teeth while his mouth's open and happily say "Aahhh" or roar like a lion while doing it. If he focuses on you playing with him he might not even notice you brushing his teeth.
Or singing "This is the way we brush our teeth" might keep him entertained.
It will take time for him to co-operate, but the important thing is keeping it a positive experience for him.
Another suggestion is let him chew on his brush or wet facewasher so he can get used to them then maybe sneak in a quick wipe over his teeth.
If you can get him to say "Aahhh" or roar like a lion that's a good start. Maybe practice with him at numerous times of the day so he learns. Quickly and gently brush over his teeth while his mouth's open and happily say "Aahhh" or roar like a lion while doing it. If he focuses on you playing with him he might not even notice you brushing his teeth.
Or singing "This is the way we brush our teeth" might keep him entertained.
It will take time for him to co-operate, but the important thing is keeping it a positive experience for him.
Another suggestion is let him chew on his brush or wet facewasher so he can get used to them then maybe sneak in a quick wipe over his teeth.
Thankyou for your suggestions, it has helped smile


