Children's dentistry in Thorpe Bay

Keep your child’s smile healthy

You are the best person to help your child to understand the importance of keeping their teeth clean and fresh. Encourage them to brush regularly (using some of the tips below) and talk to them about the effects diet and lifestyle can have on their teeth and gums.

We are here to support you at every stage of your child’s development. At Warwick Lodge Specialist Dentistry, our experienced Thorpe Bay dentists will provide a thorough examination of your child’s teeth, remove any plaque build up, and talk to them about their dental hygiene.

How can I encourage my child to brush their teeth?

Learning the importance of brushing your teeth at a young age puts you in the best position for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. However, we know that sometimes it can be a challenge to keep up the twice-a-day momentum, especially with young children. One of the most common problems in children’s dental care routine is simply not brushing for long enough. You know how it goes – they want to get in and out of the bathroom as quickly as possible.

We have a few tips and tricks to help you encourage your child to maintain a good oral health routine.

1. Play their favourite song and challenge them to keep brushing until it ends.
2. Get an app. There are plenty of online apps that make brushing your teeth into an engaging game for your child, for example, with reward charts, demos and singing animals, so those two-minutes will fly by.
3. Try out a fun toothpaste. This could be a novelty toothpaste, or simply change up the dispenser, for example, if you usually use a tube try a pump.
4. Play dentist at home. By role-playing you prepare your child for what to expect from a dentist visit and introduce their accountability.