Getting your child to brush their teeth doesn’t have to be a struggle. Making it a fun and rewarding experience will encourage excitement about their oral hygiene routine. The simplest way to do that is by using mobile apps designed to make brushing an engaging experience. Below are several apps that will get your children invested in their teeth cleaning.

What Apps Will Help Your Child Learn to Love Brushing?

1. Toothsavers Brushing Game

What better way to get your child interested in brushing than by having it go along with a game? In the Toothsavers Brushing Game, a villain has cast a spell that gives everyone cavities, and the only way to save them is through brushing their teeth. Your child will clean each character’s mouth for two minutes, then watch a two-minute animation while they brush their teeth in real life. Regular brushing unlocks new characters, with the game culminating in fighting the villain after a long period of successful brushing.

2. Chomper Chums®

Available on Apple® or Android devices, this app uses three animal characters to encourage well-rounded oral hygiene through thorough teeth cleaning and healthy eating choices. They get to play with and take care of the animals by brushing, flossing, and rinsing their mouths, with emphasis on cleaning every area of their teeth, teaching your child good hygiene habits. When your child brushes their own teeth, they get coins to spend on food for the animals. Choosing unhealthy snacks over options like vegetables impacts the oral health of the animals they feed. As your child reaches new brushing milestones, they unlock new adventures for the animals to go on.

3. Disney Magic Timer from Oral-B

Disney Magic Timer™ from Oral-B® uses popular Disney® characters to cheer your children on into a healthier mouth. It uses animations and interactions, including AR characters that show characters in the real world through your phone’s camera, to make sure your child brushes for two minutes twice a day. It keeps track of their brushing habits and includes favorites like Olaf, Anna, Hulk, Yoda, Mickey Mouse, Doc McStuffins, Nemo, Iron Man, and Lightning McQueen.

Getting professional dental cleanings from an experienced dentist is just as important as good oral hygiene at home. The team at Bethel Family Dentistry in Clermont County, OH, offers comprehensive pediatric dentistry services, including dental cleanings, fillings, sealants, and advice on brushing all within a fun, safe atmosphere. Schedule your child’s appointment by calling (513) 734-2029.