Getting kids to brush their teeth can feel like a daily battle—but it doesn’t have to be! At South Yarra Family Dental Care, we understand how important it is to build healthy habits early. With a few creative tricks, you can turn brushing time into a fun and positive routine.
🎵 1. Turn Brushing into a Game
Kids love games—so why not turn brushing into one? Use a toothbrushing chart or reward system where they earn stars or stickers for brushing twice a day. You can even find interactive brushing apps that play songs or animations while they brush.
🎶 2. Brush to the Beat
Play your child’s favourite song while brushing to make those 2 minutes fly by! This not only makes brushing fun but also helps them brush for the right amount of time. Try songs like “Brush, Brush, Brush” or search for brushing playlists on Spotify or YouTube.
👨👩👧 3. Make It a Family Activity
Kids learn best by example. Brush your teeth together as a family—let them see you enjoying it! You can even have a mini brushing competition to see who can brush all their teeth the cleanest.
🦷 4. Use Fun Brushes & Flavours
There are so many child-friendly toothbrushes and toothpastes available now—cartoon characters, flashing lights, bubblegum or fruity flavours. Let your child choose their own dental gear at the store so they feel involved.
📖 5. Storytelling and Role Play
Pretend the toothbrush is a superhero fighting “sugar bugs” or tell a bedtime story about clean teeth. This keeps things fun and encourages good brushing habits.
📍 Visit Your South Yarra Family Dental Care Regularly
Alongside fun brushing routines, regular dental checkups are key to healthy smiles. At South Yarra Family Dental Care, we love working with kids and helping families make oral health easy and enjoyable. Whether it’s your child’s first dental visit or just a check-up, our friendly team is here to help.
👇 Book Your Child’s Appointment Today
Looking for a kid-friendly dentist in South Yarra?
Contact us at South Yarra Family Dental Care to schedule your child’s next visit.
Contact South Yarra Family Dental Care Today
- Call us on 03 98671151
- Email us at info@syfdc.com.au
Pop in and see us at unit 2/ 137 Osborne St , South Yarra, Melbourne.
