It’s never too early to teach your little ones how to brush their teeth properly.
You’ve probably often heard from doctors that you should brush your teeth twice a day for 2 minutes. Have you ever wondered why, and where the number comes from?
As long-term studies by the American Dental Association have shown, 2 minutes is the optimal time for tooth enamel to absorb the fluoride it needs from toothpaste, and it is also the time needed to remove plaque from the tooth surfaces with a simple massage. As a result, teeth become much more resistant to the acids that cause tooth damage.
To make brushing more enjoyable and fun for your little ones, here are a few mobile apps, all of which include a 2-minute timer:
Happy Teeth, Healthy Smiles
(recommended age: 2-6 years)
This is one of the best apps, and your little ones will love it. Brushing teeth has never been this much fun. 7 educational and creative activities encourage kids to look after their teeth and eat healthily.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HkIH9zDi2xk&t=270s
Brusheez: Little monsters toothbrush timer
(recommended age: from 4 years)
If your little one loves monsters, this app is for them.
Here they will meet little monsters whose teeth your child has to brush. Your little one can play with the monsters before they start brushing.
Brush DJ
If your child loves music, they will really like this app. Create a playlist of your child’s favorite music, and brushing will become much more fun for them. The app also reminds you when to change the toothbrush and when it’s time to visit the doctor.
http://www.brushdj.com/?fbclid=IwAR2SgK6ud8w6wqtN6VcVriwoOeZ_dDh30wsk_Mm7y2_VEsszaT-CPat6eZE
Toothsavers
(recommended age: from 4 years)
Created for little dreamers, this app takes your child on a journey to a magical kingdom on a special mission – to save the kingdom from evil forces!
While your child brushes for 2 minutes, they will “meet” the dragons, pirates and even Little Red Riding Hood who live in the kingdom.
