{"id":2790,"date":"2021-12-07T14:15:18","date_gmt":"2021-12-07T14:15:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centreslapointe.com\/?p=2790"},"modified":"2022-01-05T16:53:43","modified_gmt":"2022-01-05T16:53:43","slug":"fluoride-toothpaste-for-children-yes-or-no","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/centreslapointe.com\/en\/health-advice\/fluoride-toothpaste-for-children-yes-or-no\/","title":{"rendered":"Fluoride toothpaste for children: yes or no?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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For many years, fluoride has had a positive impact on oral health by making teeth more resistant to decay. Fluoride can also help remineralize a cavity in its early stages. Fluoride is naturally found in food and water, which means that we end up ingesting a certain amount of it each day.<\/p>\n

Caring for your child\u2019s oral health requires a number of different actions on your part, depending on their age.<\/p>\n

The Canadian Dental Association<\/a> recommends that parents of children under 3 years of age use only a toothbrush and water or a fluoride-free toothpaste to clean their teeth, and to use fluoride toothpaste only for little ones who are at risk of tooth decay. To determine a child\u2019s risk level, be sure to consult an oral health professional. Once a child\u2019s first teeth begin to appear, parents can use a soft toothbrush specifically designed for babies, along with a hint of fluoride-free toothpaste. Make sure to use just a small, paper-thin amount of toothpaste and to brush at least twice a day, preferably in the morning and at bedtime.
\nSince children under age 3 tend to swallow toothpaste, an adult must carefully control the amount of toothpaste used so as not to exceed the safe and optimal daily dosage of fluoride for children. No form of toothpaste\u2014with or without fluoride\u2014should ever be swallowed by either children or adults. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to teach children to spit out the toothpaste rather than swallow it.<\/p>\n

The amount of toothpaste used must be carefully respected and controlled by the parent. From one year of age, the amount of toothpaste must be no larger than the size of a grain of rice. For children aged 3 years and up, use only a pea-sized amount.<\/p>\n

A child\u2019s first check-up should be scheduled once they are able to follow instructions, usually between 2 and 4 years old.<\/p>\n

At the first appointment, the dental hygienist will check and correct (if necessary) the brushing technique, and the dentist will examine the child\u2019s teeth. Parents are also given advice on how to optimize their child\u2019s dental care.<\/p>\n

If you have any questions about your child\u2019s oral health, do not hesitate to contact an oral health professional, who will be pleased to answer all your questions.<\/p>\n

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