One of the pivotal components of First Dental Visit and all subsequent periodic visits is to guide the patient into best Oral Hygiene habits routine. The idea is not only to provide treatment for what was not correct but also to avoid any further onsets of dental disease.
The general instructions here include:
Brushing twice daily with proper brushing technique.
Flossing once daily.
Mouthwash rinse once a day based on the age of the child.
Use age specific toothbrush and age specific Flouride toothpaste.
Keep small smear drop of tooth paste for babies under three years.
Use Pea size tooth paste for children above age twelve.
Parents should supervise, guide, or brush for children until the age of ten to twelve years.
