Always use a soft toothbrush on your child’s teeth. Plaque (the substance that ultimately leads to cavities) is of a soft, sticky consistency and can be removed easily from the teeth and gums with soft bristles.
Until your child turns six, use only a pea-sized amount of low-fluoride toothpaste. Once a child is six years plus you can begin using standard adult fluoride toothpaste.
Cleaning inside your child’s small mouth can prove challenging, but it is imperative that you introduce a thorough two minute clean from an early age