As a parent, you sometimes have to help your children to do things that they don’t want to do. One of the best tools you have available to help in those situations is simply making those activities fun for your child, however you can. One activity that many kids struggle with is brushing their teeth. But if you can help your child to have fun while they brush their teeth, you can help them to develop a lifelong habit.
Turn it into a Game
One of the best things you can do to make teeth brushing fun is to turn it into something of a game. The kind of games that work for your child can vary depending on how old they are and what kinds of things they enjoy. A fun game idea could be giving them the chance to help brush your teeth before they brush their own. You should talk to your child to figure out what kinds of games might make their oral health habits a little more fun for them.
Get Them an Electric Toothbrush
You might be surprised at how effective the right toothbrush can be at helping your child to enjoy brushing their teeth. And an electric toothbrush can be a great option that is effective and fun for kids. One additional benefit is that an electric toothbrush can be easier and more effective than a normal toothbrush. There are now many kinds of electric toothbrushes available and they come in many colors and styles. Let your child choose their own toothbrush to help them get excited.
Play Music
Choosing a great song for tooth brushing time can be an easy and effective way to help your child enjoy brushing their teeth even more. Let your child choose some of their favorite songs to brush their teeth to. Then play the song while they are brushing their teeth. You can even turn it into a dance party and give them room to dance around while they take care of their mouth’s health. This can make brushing teeth a little more fun for everyone.
Getting your child to brush their teeth doesn’t have to be a miserable experience. If you can find ways to make oral care more fun for your child, it can be a highlight of your day rather than something you dread. It can take time to figure out what works for your child, but you’ll never know what works until you try.
Brushing is great, but check out this article on why you need to make regular dentist appointments for your kids as well!
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