When you are purchasing the new pens and pencils, let your child pick out a new toothbrush. You and your child should be changing toothbrushes every 3 months; now’s a great time to make the switch. Frayed bristles are inefficient in cleaning teeth and gums. When your child has the flu or a cold, change the toothbrush to be sure the germs are gone from the toothbrush.
Oral hygiene does not have to be boring! There are all types of cool and colorful toothbrushes to make brushing fun. Let your child pick out new toothpaste he or she would be excited to use.