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Brushing teeth in older children
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Caring for children’s teeth between the ages of 3 and 12 is crucial for preventing tooth decay and ensuring the proper development of permanent teeth. Properly selected tools, suitable toothpaste, and the correct technique for brushing teeth in older children are the foundation for healthy teeth throughout life.
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What tools should you choose?
Children’s toothbrush
Don’t be fooled by attractive designs and colorful pictures – the softness and shape of the bristles are more important than the design.
Recommendation: A soft children’s toothbrush with a small head and straight-cut bristles, e.g., Curaprox Kids.
Solo toothbrush (recommended for permanent teeth)
The Curaprox Single 1006 model has an extra-small head that allows for very precise and thorough cleaning of each tooth. It is especially necessary during the period when permanent teeth are coming in. These teeth are partially covered by the gums, and plaque easily accumulates in this area, which must be removed.
Sonic toothbrush
For children, cleaning with a sonic toothbrush can be more fun and motivating.
A proven model is, for example, Philips Sonicare for Kids.
Interdental cleaning
If contacts begin to form between children’s teeth (teeth touching), it is necessary to start with interdental hygiene.
Tools:
- Interdental brush (especially for molars, which are the last to change).
- Children’s dental floss in a holder (flosspick).
Baby teeth naturally have gaps in the front, so regular brushing is sufficient.
Tip: If you are unsure about the right choice of toothbrushes and other aids, consult your dentist during a preventive check-up or dental hygiene appointment. An expert will recommend the best products for your child’s individual needs.
What toothpaste should I use?
Fluoride toothpastes (recommended)
Fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and protects it from tooth decay.
Recommended toothpastes: Elmex 0–6, Elmex Junior, BioMin, Buccotherm Bio Junior, Curaprox Kids.
Amount of toothpaste for children aged 3 and older: pea-sized amount.
From the beginning, teach your child to spit out the toothpaste, not swallow it.
Fluoride-free toothpastes (less suitable)
They have no proven effect on strengthening enamel, but can be used as a supplement for children who swallow toothpaste.
Examples: Apadent Kids (with hydroxyapatite – supportive caries prevention), Buccotherm BIO 3+.
Important principles
Finishing touches: Parents should clean and finish cleaning their children’s teeth ideally until around the age of 12, when motor skills and cleaning technique are sufficiently developed.
Frequency: At least twice a day (morning and evening), interdental brushes once a day.
Recommended positions for cleaning
Small children (3–6 years): Lay your child on a pillow or sit them on your lap and brush their teeth from behind.
Older children (6+ years): The child can sit on a chair in front of you, tilt their head back slightly, and you can clean their teeth with a good view.
Technology
Hold the toothbrush like a pencil.
Clean each tooth separately using small circular movements.
Don’t forget all surfaces – front, inner, and chewing surfaces.
Focus on the area where the tooth meets the gum (tooth neck), where plaque accumulates most quickly.
Why is proper care so important?
Children’s teeth are just as susceptible to decay as adult teeth. Decay in baby teeth can affect the development of permanent teeth, cause pain, or lead to premature tooth loss. Regular and proper hygiene during childhood is the foundation for a healthy smile that will last a lifetime.
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Meet our dental hygienists.
Mgr. Valerie Burešová, MSc.
Head dental hygienist
Klára Matušková, DiS.
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Michaela Gaššová, DiS.
Dental Hygienist
Helena Horáková Řeháková, DiS. et DiS.
Dental hygienist
Anna Semerádová, DiS. et DiS
Dental hygienist
Bc. Klára Čadová Měsíčková
Dental hygienist
Karolína Čermáková, DiS.
Dental hygienist
Eliška Nešporová DiS.
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Bc. Pavla Holubová
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