Brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste twice a day for about 2 minutes to help keep your teeth and mouth healthy.
Plaque is a film of bacteria that coats your teeth if you don't brush them properly. It contributes to gum disease and tooth decay. Tooth brushing stops plaque building up.
Medium or soft bristles are best for most people. But making sure you thoroughly clean your teeth at least twice a day is more important than the type of brush you use.
It's important to use a toothpaste with the right concentration of fluoride.
- Adults should use a toothpaste that contains at least 1,350 parts per million (ppm) fluoride.
- Children don't need to use special children's toothpaste. Children of all ages can use family toothpaste, as long as it contains 1,350 to 1,500ppm fluoride.
- Children aged 3 and under who don't have tooth decay can use a lower strength children's toothpaste, but make sure it contains at least 1,000ppm fluoride
Check the packaging to find out how much fluoride each brand contains. Your dentist may advise you or your child to use a toothpaste with a higher concentration of fluoride, if you need it.
Children need to be helped or supervised brushing their teeth until they're at least 7 years old.
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-teeth-and-gums/how-to-keep-your-teeth-clean/
