This video is answering the question of how do you prevent tooth decay.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it
You learned that brushing your teeth helps clean sugar and bacteria to prevent tooth decay. Sugar mixes with bacteria in our mouths, creating acid that damages tooth enamel and causes cavities.
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Some activities you can do with your child now
- Encourage your child to brush their teeth after watching the video, emphasizing the importance of removing sugar and bacteria. - Teach your child about healthy food choices that can help prevent tooth decay, such as fruits and vegetables. - Have a discussion with your child about the harmful effects of sugar on teeth, using examples from the video. - Play a game with your child where they have to identify foods that are good for their teeth and foods that can cause tooth decay.
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Pretend play with your child
GAME NAME: Tooth Defender INSTRUCTIONS: Help your child become a Tooth Defender by brushing away sugar and bacteria! Use a toothbrush and toothpaste to clean their teeth, explaining how sugar and bacteria can damage tooth enamel and cause cavities. Encourage regular brushing to prevent tooth decay.
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1 take away from the video for your child
"Brushing your teeth helps prevent tooth decay caused by sugar and bacteria. Even though people used to use sugar-based toothpaste, they didn't know that sugar mixes with bacteria in our mouths and creates acid that damages our teeth. So, it's important to choose a toothpaste without sugar."
