November 1st is National Brush Day!

Did you know, November 1st is National Brush Day? This national initiative is aimed to help parents and caregivers understand the importance of children’s oral health and promote good tooth-brushing habits. 

Tooth decay is the most common childhood disease in the U.S., yet parents often rank dental health as a low priority compared to other issues in their children’s lives. Here’s how you can help show your support for this national initiative:

Brush your teeth. This is one of the most important steps for your child’s dental care routine. For a healthy smile, the ADA recommends:

• Brushing your teeth 2min2x - 2 minutes each time, twice a day
• Use a soft-bristled brush. Size and shape should fit your child’s mouth so they can reach all areas easily.
• Replace your toothbrush every three or four months to prevent bacteria build up.

For proper brushing and flossing techniques, click here»

Start a routine - and stick to it! Don’t let your child skip brushing even after a long day or when your normal schedule is off. Help make brushing and flossing second nature to your child and reinforce brushing 2min2x a day!

Reward good brushing behavior. Stickers? Toy cars? Create a reward chart and provide your child with something that will help motivate them to keep up with their dental routine. Something as simple as a high-five can make them happy knowing they did the right thing.

Have four minutes of fun! Whether you are two years old or 20 - your dental routine can feel like a bore. Make up stories to inspire your child to want to brush their teeth! Crank up some music and create a dance party! There are also videos on 2min2x.org to help make sure your kids are brushing for the right amount of time each day. Check some out below!

 

You can take part in the National Brush Day campaign on social media by using the hashtag #NatlBrushDay when sharing selfies on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Have fun celebrating!

If you have any questions about how to improve your child's oral health please give our offices a call. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Visit our website to schedule an appointment.

Celebrate National Brush Day This Sunday!

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Don’t forget - National Brush Day is this Sunday, November 1st! And while your kids may still be going through their trick-or-treat bags, you can make the pledge to help your child brush for two minutes, twice a day, every day to limit the effects of sugar consumption on teeth.

 

We know brushing is the foundation of any good oral health routine, so brushing properly is important. See below for proper brushing techniques you can share with your kids:

• Place the toothbrush at a 45 degree angle along the gum line. Gently move the toothbrush back and forth on each tooth.
• Repeat the process brushing the inside surface of each tooth as well as the top/chewing surface of each tooth.
• Tilt the brush vertically and brush up and down to clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth.
• Once all teeth are cleaned, brush the tongue to remove any odor causing bacteria.

Have fun celebrating! If you have any questions about how to improve your child's oral health please give our offices a call. 

 

We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment.

How to Get Your Little Ones Brushing

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Getting your young one on the road to a lifetime of healthy smiles may not be an easy feat. That’s why it’s best to start teaching the importance of dental care early on. See below for some tips to help get your kids brushing - and have fun while doing it!

Start early. First, work together to create a clear dental routine - and stick to it! Reinforce the importance of brushing for two minutes twice daily to keep mouth monsters away!

Show and tell with a toothbrush. Demonstrate how you brush your teeth, show your child how to brush in circles and how to reach all of the teeth in the mouth.

Give them a choice. Toothbrushes and toothpastes come in a variety of styles and flavors. Let your child choose which tooth tools they’d like to use, perhaps one with their favorite colors or cartoon characters.

Make brushing fun. Download a fun brushing app - like Brush DJ - to your smart phone to use when it’s time to clean those tiny teeth. Brush along side of your child to their favorite tunes until the 2 minute song is up!

Compliment your child’s brushing. Use positive reinforcement to get your child in the brushing habit. Create a sticker chart and add stickers for brushing and flossing daily.  

If you have any questions about how to improve your child's oral health please give our offices a call. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment.

Celebrate National Brush Day!

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Saturday, November 1st - the day after Halloween, is National Brush Day! A day created to recognize and reiterate the importance of brushing for two minutes, twice a day. 

See below for some videos from 2min2x.org that you can show your children to get them into the habit of brushing their teeth for the full two minutes:

Have your children brush to Finn and Jake from Adventure Time:

 Clarence from Cartoon Network:

Sportacus and Stephanie from Lazy Town:

Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dentistry has three Long Island locations. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment.

It's Almost National Dental Hygiene Month!

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Celebrate National Dental Hygiene Month this October! For the fifth consecutive year, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association and the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company are partnering to help raise awareness and promote good oral health.

Therefore we are taking the time to stress the importance of teaching your children proper dental hygiene techniques starting with brushing, flossing, and rinsing:

Brush - Always brush two minutes, two times a day - EVERY day!
Research shows this is the single most important method for reducing plaque and related diseases as well as cavities and gingivitis.

Floss - Daily
Flossing daily removes plaque and food particles that hide in the hard to reach places of the mouth.

Rinse - With mouthwash!
While brushing and flossing eliminates a decent amount of plaque and germs - your teeth only account for less than half of your mouth! Finish your oral care routine with an antiseptic mouthwash that carries the ADA Seal of Acceptance.

Remember, it is vital to teach your children proper dental hygiene at a young age. This way they can continue to practice proper techniques and show off a healthy smile as they grow! Join us in celebrating National Dental Hygiene Month, give us a call to schedule an appointment today.

Make Brushing Fun!

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New year, new challenges - regardless of your "improve oral health" resolution, teaching your child to brush may still come as a struggle. Often times, children view brushing their teeth as another chore - specifically one they'd like to avoid whenever possible. Change their perceptions this year by following some of these tips and make brushing family fun:

• There's an App for That! - Of course there is! Apps like Brush DJ is a free app that will play random music from your phone or iPad for 2 minutes in order to keep your child brushing longer. This app also reminds you about dental checkups and when you should replace your toothbrush!
• Be Connected - The Beam Brush is the world's first smart toothbrush! This manual brush monitors oral hygiene habits and reports them to a smartphone app. One smart phone can hold multiple Beam Brush data - have the whole family compete to be the best brusher! You have the option of watching the light 'beam' turn off after 2 minutes or listening to music while you brush for the allotted time. Create goals to form new habits and even earn rewards for your progress! Great way to ensure kids are building and maintaining good oral care habits.
• Offer Variety - Try buying a flavored floss in berry, winter-mint, or even cupcake flavors! An easy and tasty way to encourage your little one to floss. Floss picks in your child's favorite color, cartoon, or animal is much more exciting to them as well.
• Use Incentives - Create rewards to help your child along the way. If your child remembers to brush their teeth without having to be reminded, give a point or sticker. Once enough points or stickers are accumulated, allow your child to trade them in for a small prize. Keep a daily chart in the bathroom to keep a running record.

Your child may not understand the importance of a dental routine, but they do understand fun! Try some of these tips with your kids and let us know if they've helped! Share any other tips and tricks of your own on our Facebook page.