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To reduce the risk of problems occurring, we recommend all adults:

 

  • Brush their teeth and gums for at least two minutes, twice a day with a fluoride-containing toothpaste
  • Use a mouthwash daily at a different time to brushing
  • Clean daily in-between teeth with floss or interdental brushes
  • Keep consumption of sugary foods to a minimum and at mealtimes only
  • Visit their dentist and hygienist regularly to maintain a healthy mouth.

Advice for Children:

  • As soon as teeth appear, they need to be brushed twice a day
  • Children will need to have their teeth brushed for them until around the age of seven
  • If your child is brushing their own teeth, make sure to check they have cleaned every surface – use disclosing tablets to highlight areas where bacteria are building up on the teeth
  • Use a small toothbrush with a pea-sized amount of toothpaste and brush teeth for at least two minutes, twice a day
  • Make sure your child spits out any excess toothpaste
  • A fluoride mouth rinse can be used daily from the age of eight years.
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