Features of finger brushes for cleaning teeth in babies

Many parents mistakenly believe that monitoring the baby's oral cavity should be started after the first teeth appear. However, in fact, there are special finger brushes for the little ones. With the help of such a device, parents can massage the gums, relieve teething discomfort. It is important to use and maintain the silicone tip correctly. This is important to keep your baby's mouth healthy.

The silicone baby toothbrush fits comfortably on your finger. The attachment for massaging the gums and for the first teeth can be used until the child learns to take care of the oral cavity on his own. On the working surface, there are villi and pimples made of silicone. They are soft and do not injure delicate children's gums.

The toddler's fingertip removes light plaque and makes teething easier. You need to start using the product from childhood. This allows not only to monitor the state of the oral cavity, but also to teach the child to an important hygienic procedure.

The finger brush should be of good quality so that it can only benefit the child. It is recommended to pay attention to the products of trusted companies. These firms have managed to establish themselves among parents and have shown in practice that they use exclusively high-quality materials. A number of popular manufacturers can be distinguished.

• Melo... The IKO Kids line is designed for babies. Fingertips can be used without adding toothpaste and water. The product is soft, allows massage and restores pH balance.Wear-resistant fingertip, designed for 100 uses. High-quality material was used in the manufacture, which is completely recyclable.

• Lubby... The Swiss company offers silicone products. The side of the fingertip is grooved. This allows for a high-quality massage, which is important during teething. The brush can be used to remove plaque from the gums and apply medication as needed.

• Korea... The manufacturer offers brushes for babies from birth to one year old. Key feature in the material. Silicone has additions of nanosilver, due to which the antibacterial effect is manifested. This brush is more effective in the treatment of the oral cavity and does not require special care.

• Happy Baby. Allows you to accustom your child to hygiene procedures. The product has a polypropylene case. Such packaging simplifies storage, protects the brush from dirt. The fingertip is convenient to use both at home and when traveling with a child. The silicone contains no bisphenol A, so the material is safe for the baby. The brush can be used for 1 year and stored for 5 years.

• Brush-Baby. The UK company cares about the health of babies. Only modern technologies are used in the development. As a result, parents can rest assured that the brush is made from a safe material. The relief on the silicone fingertip allows you to effectively massage the gums and remove plaque. Can be used right from birth.

You can see a wide variety of baby brushes in stores. Such products belong to the age category from 6 months to 2 years. The brushes are quite voluminous, which prevents possible injury to the gums. Using this type of finger cots is convenient for parents; additionally, they do not irritate the child.

The first brush should be large and round. In models from 6 months, the silicone bristles are as soft as possible. It is the ideal solution for massaging the gums and removing the first plaque. Children's silicone fingertip brush is used even before the first teeth appear. Here are the main selection criteria.

1. It is worth giving preference to trusted manufacturers.

2. The high-quality silicone fingertip does not harm the health of the child, even if the baby bites it. If the material is in doubt, has an unpleasant odor or an incomprehensible shape, then you should refuse to use it. Otherwise, bad silicone can release toxins.

3. The first fingertip should be as soft as possible, with few bumps. This is enough to massage the gums. Later, you should choose a product with a wide variety of antennae, which will allow you to treat the first teeth from plaque.

The silicone brush is put on the finger, which means that it is important to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water before starting the procedure. Then you can start the procedure. It is better to sit the child on your knees, with your back to you. This is the most comfortable position... During the procedure itself, the gums and first teeth are treated with slow, light movements in different directions.

Most bacteria accumulate in hard-to-reach places. They should be given special attention. At the age of 4-6 months, the procedure should take about 4-5 minutes.

You can use the finger brush from 3 months. Usually, for about 1 year, it has been replaced with a simple children's toothbrush. The procedure is performed 2 times a day, in the morning and in the evening. However, at first, one treatment before bedtime is enough. This will allow the child to get used to the manipulation and take it as calmly as possible.

After a while, you can process the oral cavity after each meal. This will increase the effectiveness of the hygiene procedure. It is important to prohibit the baby from playing with the fingertip; it should be perceived precisely as an instrument. Up to 2 years, the procedure is carried out without the use of toothpaste, it is enough to moisten the fingertip with water.

The process of carrying out the procedure itself is carried out in different ways, depending on the age of the child. It is only important to maintain cleanliness, wash your hands thoroughly and properly care for your fingertip. This will prevent unnecessary germs from harming the baby. The procedure for treating the oral cavity of children under 6 months old has a number of features.

1. Place a soft baby brush on your finger.

2. Cleanse the gums, the inside of the cheeks and the tongue. Just do not be very zealous with the latter, so as not to provoke a gag reflex.

3. The lower gum is treated first, and then the upper one. The fingertip should be guided in gentle circular motions.

4. Do not carry out the procedure for too long. If the child is already unhappy, it’s worth quitting. Otherwise, there will be an aversion to brushing your teeth, which will be quite difficult to overcome in the future.

5. As long as the child has no teeth, the procedure can be performed after each meal. This is especially important if your baby spits up after feeding.

Sometimes for the smallest they use not silicone fingertips, but fabric, disposable ones. This option is good for the first time. The procedure is carried out in the same way, but the device is then simply thrown away. The fabric should be worn over the little finger. The procedure for treating the oral cavity in children from 6 months to 1 year is somewhat different.

1. Place the silicone instrument on your index finger. Sometimes it is more convenient to cleanse with the little finger.

2. Brush the teeth with soft circular motions, without pressure, as if sweeping away plaque. You should move from the gums.

3. Gums without teeth should be massaged for 1 minute.

4. The child should be taught to rinse the mouth with water. At first, it is recommended to use boiled, room temperature. This will be as comfortable as possible for the child.

The fingertip enters the child's mouth along with all the microbes that are on it. Proper care guarantees not only the safety of the baby, but also the durability of the instrument itself. Average service life is 2-3 months. Throw away the product if it becomes deformed or damaged. The rules for caring for a finger brush consists of several points.

1. After use, the brush must be washed with baby soap, rinsed well with running water and dried.

2. Store the product in a case to protect it from dust and other contaminants.

3. Boiling and steam processing should not be used. Silicone is a synthetic material, in which pathogenic microorganisms practically do not multiply. In this case, the increased temperature can lead to deformation of the material. As a result, the fingertip will become unusable.

It is much easier to store products with covers. Usually it has a special lock for attaching to a strap or shelf. This will allow you not to accidentally lose your fingertip and keep it so that the child cannot use it as a toy. As a result, the child will remember this place and will go to it himself when he needs to brush his teeth.