{"id":9206,"date":"2019-09-17T01:53:18","date_gmt":"2019-09-17T00:53:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/?page_id=9206"},"modified":"2025-04-08T21:03:44","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T20:03:44","slug":"baby-kids-toothbrush","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/oral-hygiene\/baby-kids-toothbrush\/","title":{"rendered":"Kids\u2019 Toothbrush Guide: The Best Children\/Baby Toothbrushes in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"

Confused by the number of baby and kids’ toothbrushes<\/strong> on the market in the UK? That’s quite understandable. Wherever you look you’ll find a dazzling array of children’s toothbrushes in different sizes shapes and colours. But how do you know which one is best for your child’s dental care<\/a>? <\/p>

Here, we\u2019ll go through some things to consider, including:<\/p>

Below is a quick-reference guide to our top picks, but you\u2019ll find lots more information if you continue reading. We have grouped our top toothbrush picks by age so you can easily find the one that suits you.<\/p>

Teaching your child good dental hygiene<\/a> is one of the seemingly endless things you need to do as a parent. We aim to make it a little bit easier, so read on for your guide to buying the best kids’ toothbrush<\/strong> for your child.<\/p>

Note that this guide focuses on manual children’s toothbrushes<\/strong>. If you’re looking for a powered brush or want to know more about electric vs manual brushes, check out our guide to children’s electric toothbrushes<\/a>.<\/p>

Below is a quick-reference guide to our top picks, but you’ll find lots more information if you continue reading. We have grouped our top toothbrush picks by age so you can easily find the one that suits you.<\/p>

Best Toothbrushes for Kids<\/strong><\/p> <\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr>

Baby banana teething toothbrush<\/strong><\/p> <\/div><\/div>

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  • Good for teething and introducing tooth-brushing<\/p><\/div>

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Finger toothbrushes<\/strong><\/p> <\/div><\/div>

  • Food grade silicone
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  • Fit over adult’s finger<\/p><\/div>

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Children’s timer toothbrush<\/strong><\/p> <\/div><\/div>

  • Soft bristles
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  • For ages 3-5<\/p><\/div>

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  • Light flashes for 2 minutes<\/p><\/div>

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Kids’ toothbrush with suction handle<\/strong><\/p> <\/div><\/div>

  • Fun colours
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  • Stands upright on smooth surfaces<\/p><\/div>

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  • For ages 3+<\/p><\/div>

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Kids’ bamboo toothbrush<\/strong><\/p> <\/div><\/div>

  • Small head and soft bristles
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  • Biodegradable bamboo handle and bristles<\/p><\/div>

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  • Eco-friendly toothbrush option<\/p><\/div>

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Choose the best kids’ toothbrush for their age<\/h2>

As children grow up, their teeth seem to change as quickly as they do. But you don’t need to wait until the baby’s first teeth appear; even before then you can start caring for their oral health and getting them into the habit of brushing.<\/p>

From the first few teeth to a full set, through a mix of baby and adult teeth, all the way to their complete set of adult teeth, the best children\u2019s toothbrush at each stage depends on how old your child is.<\/p>

As your child grows, so does their mouth, so it’s important to choose a brush that’s the right size for their age. Beyond that, you will have different colours, characters, and even eco-friendly materials to choose from.<\/p>

Growing up means teeth get stronger and gums less sensitive. Plus, your child will get better at holding and using a toothbrush. <\/p>

All of these factors need to be taken into account when choosing your child\u2019s toothbrush.<\/p>

Best toothbrush for babies and toddlers<\/h3>
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These silicone brushes fit over your finger<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>

Believe it or not<\/a>, you can start looking after your child\u2019s mouth before they even have teeth! You can run a soft brush, or even a piece of gauze, over their gums after feeding to make sure natural sugars aren’t sticking around their gums. This also gets them used to having a brush in their mouth.<\/p>

You can buy handy silicone brushes that fit over your finger<\/a> to help with cleaning babies’ gums. These baby toothbrushes can also be really useful when your child’s first few teeth come through; your finger might be less scary than a traditional kids’ toothbrush.<\/p>

As your child starts to go through teething and learns how to grip better, a Baby Banana Teething Toothbrush for Infants<\/a> is a nice progression. Because it\u2019s made from all silicone, it\u2019s safe for your child to chew on when their mouth is hurting from all the teething (view some more teething relief remedies<\/a>). It’s also easy to clean when it gets dropped on the floor – as it inevitably will.<\/p>

Being able to use this baby banana toothbrush as a toy, as well as a brush, can help your child get used to toothbrushes. The double grip handle means that they can still hold on as you do the proper brushing around all their teeth for them.<\/p>

Here is a video showing the banana toothbrush in action:<\/p>

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