What Is the Best Toothpaste for Kids?

What Is the Best Toothpaste for Kids?

2025.12.30 Toothly Medical Editor

What is the best toothpaste for kids?

Choosing the right toothpaste for your child isn't as easy as it sounds, is it? Just walk into any store and there are so many products that it's hard to choose.

That's why it's important to choose a toothpaste that suits your child's age and oral condition. Along with this daily care, regular dental checkups should also be part of the routine.

Regular checkups don't just look at the teeth; they're a chance to check on your child's growth and overall health.

Toothpaste guide by age!

👶 Under 2

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Use a fluoride-free children's toothpaste
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Brush gently twice a day with a soft toothbrush

👩‍👧‍👦 Ages 2–4

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Choose an ADA (American Dental Association)-accepted fluoride toothpaste
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Use a very small amount, about the size of a grain of rice

🧍‍♂️ Ages 8 and up

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There's no risk of dental fluorosis
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It's still a good idea to use an ADA-accepted toothpaste at this age

What parents should remember when teaching brushing!

1. Children under 7 should always use only a pea-sized amount of toothpaste.

2. Make sure they don't swallow the toothpaste.

3. Most importantly, parents should stay beside them and guide them while brushing to build good habits.

Brushing is a habit, but at first it's something you learn together. Your praise and attention will help shape your child's brushing habits :)

If you found this article helpful,
enjoy a fun brushing time with your child this evening!