Child Developement

Once your baby's first teeth start to come out, a baby toothbrush is perfect for cleaning their small teeth.

What to Consider

Type

As your baby's teeth starts to set in, you will require a lightly bristled toothbrush for gentle cleaning. Around 12 months, they will move into a "normal" bristled toothbrush which they can learn to use. Training sets include all of these brushes for easy switching as your baby gets older.

Features

Safety shields and easy grip, flexible toothbrushes make it easier for your baby to brush their own teeth. Gum massagers are useful if you want to massage your baby's mouth during teething.

Material

All plastic toothbrushes are BPA free. Silicone heads are good for the first 12 months as they are flexible and soft, therefore easier to use.

Popular brands		Baby Banana	Mothercare	Tommee Tippee	Pigeon	NUK Gerber	Colgate	Oral B	Jack n Jill
Product Image
Model		Teething Toothbrush for Infants	Finger Toothbrush	Toothbrush Trainer Set	Baby Training Toothbrush Set	Healthy Start Training Toothbrush Set	My First Toothbrush	Stage 1 Toothbrush	Silicone Baby Toothbrush
Type		Teething	Teething	Trainer Set	Trainer Set	Trainer Set	Toothbrush	Toothbrush	Toothbrush
Features		Flexible, easy grip	Gum massager	Gum massager, easy grip	Detachable safety shield	Detachable safety shield, 360 massage brush for gums	Extra-soft bristles	Cushioned head	Safety shield
Age		0-12 months	0-12 months	7-18 months	6-18 months	3-15 months	6-24 months	4-24 months	1-3 years
Material		Silicone head, plastic body	Plastic	Plastic	Rubber head, plastic body	Rubber bristles, plastic body	Plastic	Plastic	Silicone head, plastic body
Price		17.9	9	8	7.3	5	3.39	6.6	14.9
Where to buy		Lazada	Mothercare	Mothercare	Pupsik	Agape Babies	Colgate	Red Mart	Pupsik

Tips

• According to the American Dental Association, babies should get their first dental exam when they are 1 year old. Here's a list of paediatric dentists in Singapore https://mykinderpass.com/kids-health/paediatric-dentist
• Clean your baby's mouth with a warm, wet piece of cloth until teeth are fully visible, usually around 6 months.
• Replace a toothbrush every 3-4 months to avoid bacteria buildup. Your baby will also likely require a larger toothbrush by this time.
• Drooling, swollen gums, crying, and a slightly elevated temperature are all signs of teething. Ease your babies pain by using a teething ring, gum massage toothbrush, or massaging their teeth with your finger.
  Encourage your baby to start brushing by singing a song or brushing your teeth alongside your baby.
• Sugary food causes teeth decay in babies, avoid putting your baby to bed with a bottle or feeding them sugary liquids.
• Let your baby grip their toothbrush, this will help them when it comes to learning to brush their teeth.
• Cleaning your baby's gums with a cloth after feedings helps fight bacterial growth