You should brush your teeth in a circular motion, brushing the outside, inside, and chewing surfaces. Make sure to brush at the gumline. Brush all the surfaces and work your way up to two minutes in the future, as two minutes is unrealistic. Make sure to floss and brush their tongue.
How do I brush my 2 year old’s teeth?
Use a baby toothbrush with a softer bristle and a pea-sized amount of toothpaste to begin the process of brushing your teeth. Fluoridated toothpaste should be avoided until your child is 3 years old or can spit on command instead of swallowing it. Twice daily, for at least two minutes, thoroughly brush the teeth of your child.
How do you brush toddlers teeth when they won’t let you?
Offer small rewards like stickers or reading a favorite book after brushing, or allowing your child to play with a favorite toy. If none of these methods work, try rubbing a piece of gauze on your toddler’s teeth. For this purpose, there are pre-formed gauze pieces available.