Many parents wonder if electric toothbrushes are good for kids. As long as you are purchasing a children’s version of an electronic toothbrush, they are perfectly safe for use on your child’s teeth. In fact, an electric toothbrush is probably better for your kid’s teeth than a manual toothbrush. Here’s why:
* Many electric toothbrushes designed for kids include some sort of appealing character or color scheme that makes the toothbrush, and therefore using the toothbrush, attractive to kids.
* If your kid’s electric toothbrush comes with a tune, the music can help serve as a brushing timer to let your little brusher know when it’s time to stop brushing. Even if you instruct your child to brush for 60 seconds, time is relative for most kids and a few seconds can seem like an eternity to them. Singing electric toothbrushes help take the guesswork out of how long to brush for kids.
* Electric toothbrushes deliver more scrubs than a manual toothbrush, in less time. This makes them more effective eat removing food particles and plaque than manual toothbrushes.
* Electric toothbrushes made for children generally have less vibration and noise than the adult models.
* Using an electronic toothbrush is just plain fun for many kids.
* All kid’s electronic toothbrushes bearing the ADA’s seal of approval have been deemed safe for use by kids.
Tips for Picking Out and Using a Child’s Electronic Toothbrush
* Allowing your kids to pick out which electric toothbrush they like will encourage them to use it more readily.
* If purchasing batteries is the only set-back you have about trying out an electronic toothbrush for your kids, keep in mind that most companies also offer a rechargeable version that saves the cost and hassle of replacing batteries.
* Rechargeable electric toothbrushes are more economical in the long run. They also have replaceable heads that allow you to replace your toothbrush often as recommended by your dentist.
* When selecting an electric toothbrush, you generally get what you pay for- a more expensive electronic toothbrush will often outlast a cheaper version.
* If you are unsure about which electric toothbrush to purchase, go with a trusted brand name, like Sonic, or ask your family dentist or pediatric dentist for recommendations on which electronic toothbrushes are the best investments.
* Always follow the manufacturer’s directions when using an electric toothbrush for kids.