Forming good dental habits with kids can be like pulling teeth. To address this issue, today Dr. B answers the question, "What's a good protocol, products, and tools for kids aged four-12?" Surprisingly, the products and tools are less important than the protocol, however, Dr. B still gives some good recommendations for all three! Tune in to hear why you should be using Myotape if your kid is mouth breathing, and what products to buy to ensure that if they need to brush at school, it is as easy as possible. From throwing out your mouthwash to which toothpaste to use, this episode has it all! Join us as we hear why the protocol is more important than both the products and the tools used, and what this encompasses. From diet to timing to technique, Dr. B provides a wealth of advice and practical tips that you can put into use today. You don’t want to miss this entertaining episode filled with tips to help you give your kid a healthier smile. 

Key Points From This Episode:

• Brushing your kid's teeth: "What's a good protocol, products, and tools for kids aged four-12?"
• Why Dr. B will split his advice from kids aged four to eight-year-olds, and eight to 12 year-olds
• Why protocol is more important than the products or tools used
• Breaking down the products: throw out your mouthwash and fluoride-based toothpaste and buy hydroxyapatite-based toothpaste instead
• Find out which toothpaste brands will make the difference
• Why you should be using Myotape to prevent mouth breathing
• Protocol: from technique to timing
• Motivating kids to brush their teeth: modeling the behavior
• Why you should supervise your kid’s brushing until the age of 10
• How to give your kids the power to control their teeth-cleaning behavior
• Discussing diet and how this affects their brushing routine
• Tips for how and when a kid should brush at school
• Two things Dr. B feels you should read about: the dental diet and vitamin K2
• Choosing a functional dentist to help your kids form good habits 

How to Submit Your Question:

Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

The Fluoride Action Network

Risewell Toothpaste for Kids

Boka Coco Ginger Flavored Toothpaste

Myotape website

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