It's really important to take care of your child's oral health from an early age. Teaching them how to correctly brush their teeth will help set them up with good oral health habits for life.
Like adults, children need to brush their teeth twice a day for two minutes to help remove plaque and prevent tooth decay.
The Ministry of Health and NZDA recommend using a smear of fluoride toothpaste for children up to 5 years old and for children 6 years old and over, a pea-sized amount should be used.
The toothbrush should be facing towards the gums of the upper or lower teeth.
Continue this technique for the interior, exterior, and chewing surfaces of the teeth.
Make sure to clean the front and back.
Source: Colgate