{"id":197,"date":"2023-07-13T18:14:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-13T18:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplypedoorthorandolph.com\/blog\/?p=197"},"modified":"2023-08-08T18:14:19","modified_gmt":"2023-08-08T18:14:19","slug":"tips-for-teaching-your-child-how-to-floss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.simplypedoorthorandolph.com\/blog\/2023\/07\/13\/tips-for-teaching-your-child-how-to-floss\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Helpful Tips for Teaching Your Child How to Floss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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As your child grows up, they begin to do more and more things independently. That starts with walking on their own and extends to feeding themselves and choosing their own clothes. Eventually, they should begin completing their oral hygiene regimen<\/a> on their own, including flossing. If you\u2019re unsure how to approach this in a way that\u2019s fun and ensures they clean their teeth effectively, then keep reading for four tips for teaching your child how to floss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Introduce Flossing Early<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Simply put, you shouldn\u2019t wait to introduce flossing until your child can do it independently. On the contrary, you should help them floss as soon as two teeth touch. Implementing this oral health habit when they are young will help make it part of their routine and make it an easy transition for them when the time comes for them to do it independently.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2: Share Why Flossing Is Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As an infant and toddler, your child likely won\u2019t be able to comprehend the value of flossing. By the time they are five, however, you can convey the importance through a visual exercise. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n