Category Archives: Toothbrushing

The Right Time to Brush Little Teeth

You’ve done everything right. You understand the importance of brushing little ones’ teeth. You’ve bought a child-size toothbrush and child-friendly fluoride toothpaste. But you may be wondering, when is the best time of day for brushing young children’s teeth? When to brush children’s teeth is not important. However, experts agree: Parents should always  brush their…
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KISS… Keep It Short and Sweet: 2 x 2 = Smile!

This month, we’re keeping it short and sweet (to match the recommended amount of Halloween candy kids are allowed to eat!). In honor of National Brush Day on November 1, we are celebrating math that works for kids: 2 x 2. What’s 2 x 2? 2 x 2 = a healthy smile in very young…
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Want to Protect Children’s Teeth? This New Spanish Oral Health Tool Can Help!

Ready to help your Spanish-speaking families protect their children’s good oral health? The North Carolina Oral Health Section has created a new Spanish version of Your Child Can Keep That Healthy Smile, the oral health risk assessment tool designed especially for parents and caregivers. ¡Su hijo puede conservar esa sonrisa saludable! is a colorful, engaging…
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Tooth Talk Reminder: Don’t Take a Vacay from Brushing!

You deserve a vacation...but your teeth don’t. Continuing to brush young children’s teeth with good-for-you fluoride toothpaste is as essential to a fun and healthy summer as sunscreen and water wings!  These tips can help you keep the kids (and yourself!) in the groove: Don’t break the habit. It takes time to get young children…
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