Some people say that children under the age of 10 cannot use electric toothbrushes, which will damage the health of their gums. I am worried that the vibration frequency is too strong, uncomfortable, and hurts the oral tissues.
First of all, there is no scientific proof that children under the age of 10 cannot use electric toothbrushes. The 10-year-old limit is also wrong, and there is no uniform standard for the age of use.
Whether a child can use an electric toothbrush depends on the child’s oral mucosa. In addition, the existence of children’s electric toothbrushes is also meaningful.
How old can a child use an electric toothbrush?
It is certain that children under the age of 10 can use electric toothbrushes.
It is generally recommended to use an electric toothbrush after 3 years old. After the child is 3 years old, the development of the gums is relatively complete, and it is safer to choose an electric toothbrush after normal brushing. But the following 3 conditions need to be met:
1. Use a suitable electric toothbrush for children
2. Children can accept the vibration and sound of children’s electric toothbrushes
3. Parents help their children brush their teeth and ensure the correct way of brushing their teeth
It is generally recommended to choose a sonic electric toothbrush, which is less noisy, less damaging to the gums, and more comfortable than a rotating electric toothbrush.
When choosing electric toothbrushes for children, pay attention to the hardness of the bristles of the brush head. For children, ensure that the brush head is soft. The toothbrush material should be made of food-grade materials as much as possible. You can use it with confidence.
