Getting your kids to practice good oral health can be difficult, especially if they see brushing and flossing their teeth as an unnecessary chore. Luckily, the family dentists at C.R. Sfeir D.D.S., General Dentistry in Lorain, OH, have experience working with children who don't particularly care for dental visits. 

The family dentists offer three tips to get your children brushing and flossing with enthusiasm in no time: 

• Make Oral Hygiene Fun: One of the biggest complaints kids have is that it takes too long to wait the recommended three minutes to fully brush their teeth. A way around this is by finding a method to make the time go faster. Plenty of kid’s electronic toothbrushes now have songs built in that will play for the allotted minutes of brushing, or you can just put on their favorite tunes using another device. After the song is over, they will know to stop brushing.
• Buy Toothpaste, Mouthwash, & Floss With Kid-Friendly Flavors: Most adults are satisfied with the usual array of mint flavors, but kids have a tendency to want something different. When you go to the store, let them pick out the flavors they want, like grape, bubblegum, or berry. They will be a lot less reluctant to clean their teeth if they think the products they are using taste good.
• Teaching Them About Their Teeth Doesn’t Have To Be Boring: Whether you use picture books, the Internet, or some other method, there isn’t really a wrong way to give your kids the information they need to keep their pearly whites healthy. Use entertaining games or stories to teach them how to ward off cavities. Give them small rewards, like stickers or healthy snacks after they brush and floss in the morning, or do a favorite activity before they go to sleep at night. Come up with an idea you know they will enjoy.

Parents in Lorain bring their children to the experienced team, so their children can have the perfect smile. To make a dentist appointment for your kids, call C.R. Sfeir D.D.S., General Dentistry at (440) 960-5200, or go online to their website for more information.