Children under 6 years old should use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste and be supervised while brushing until good habits are established. Ask your dentist or physician about recommendations for children under 2 years of age.

Use a soft-bristled toothbrush with a small head.

Sit your children on your lap when you brush their teeth. It's easier and it keeps them from wriggling! Once they get older, you can stand behind them.

Tilt the head up a little and get them to open wide - pretending to be a hippo or a lion usually does the trick! There's a great game to play here.

Clean each tooth with a gentle circular motion. Make sure you clean all the surfaces and brush right up to the gum line.

After brushing, tell your children to spit. The fluoride can continue to protect their teeth, even after brushing. Note that they shouldn't be swallowing the toothpaste and in very young children, it can be difficult to get them to spit. That's why it's important to only use a small amount, and make sure they are supervised at all times.