Finishing toothbrush for parents
Long handle and small head make it easy for a grown-up to reach the back teeth.
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Goods that make brushing fun
There’s a reason behind “I don’t want to brush!” Here are tips and handy items for common worries. Start with the one that fits.
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Not sure? Start with these 3
Easy-to-choose basics that help with many brushing worries.
Baby tooth box (a slot for each tooth)
Keeps each tooth in its own spot, so you know which tooth came out when.
Bathroom step stool
Seeing their face in the mirror helps kids want to brush on their own. Choose one with non-slip feet.
Won’t brush / runs away
Why? They don’t want to stop playing, or don’t like the feeling of something in their mouth. When brushing becomes a chore they are made to do, they want to run even more.
Tip Let your child choose their own toothbrush and toothpaste flavor so it becomes “theirs”. Turning brushing time into an adventure with Hamigaki Island also helps.
Handy items
Kids toothbrush (favorite character or color)
Picking it themselves makes brushing “their own thing”. Choose a head size that suits their age.
Kids toothpaste (fruit flavors etc.)
A different flavor can change how much they resist. Check the age range and amount on the package.
Toothbrushing sand timer
A 2–3 minute sand timer for days without the phone or when traveling. It can sit by the sink.
Finishing brushing is hard
Why? They wriggle, close their mouth, and the back teeth are hard to see… Finishing brushing is hard work for grown-ups too.
Tip Lay your child’s head on your lap so you can look into the mouth from above. A finishing toothbrush with a small head and long handle, or one with a light, makes it easier.
Handy items
Finishing toothbrush for parents
Long handle and small head make it easy for a grown-up to reach the back teeth.
Finishing toothbrush with a light
Lights up the mouth so it’s easier to spot missed spots on the back teeth.
Kids electric toothbrush
Some kids look forward to the fun sound and buzz. Check the age range, and keep doing finishing brushing.
Worried about between teeth
Why? The gaps between baby molars are hard for toothbrush bristles to reach.
Tip Kids’ floss with a handle is easy for grown-ups to use during finishing brushing. Ask your dentist about how and when to start.
Handy items
Kids floss with handle
Easy for grown-ups to use during finishing brushing. It helps to learn how from a dentist first.
Building a habit of brushing on their own
Why? A high sink, a mirror they can’t see, tools all over the place… Without a place where they can do it themselves, habits are hard to form.
Tip Use a step stool so they can see the mirror, and keep their cup and toothbrush within reach. If you use a phone timer, a bathroom stand gives it a safe spot.
Handy items
Bathroom step stool
Seeing their face in the mirror helps kids want to brush on their own. Choose one with non-slip feet.
Kids cup & toothbrush stand
A fixed spot for their own things means they can get ready without reminders.
Waterproof phone stand for the bathroom
For brushing while watching the app’s timer. Place it away from splashes.
Keeping baby teeth that came out
Why? Losing baby teeth is a big event that lasts from about age 6 to 12. It’s easy to forget which tooth came out when.
Tip A baby tooth box with a slot for each tooth lets you look back later. Record the date and a note on the “Tooth map” in Hamigaki Island to go with the box.
Handy items
Baby tooth box (a slot for each tooth)
Keeps each tooth in its own spot, so you know which tooth came out when.
Small tooth pouch
A little bag to keep a tooth the day it comes out—handy at school or when you’re out.
FAQ
How long should we keep doing finishing brushing?
Until your child can brush well on their own—often said to be around the middle years of elementary school. Ask your dentist what suits your child.
How do we choose kids toothpaste?
Follow the age range and amount on the package. If you’re unsure, your dentist is the most reliable person to ask.
Can I buy things inside the app?
No. The Hamigaki Island app has no ads and no shopping. You can only open this page in the browser from the parent menu.
Brushing safely
- Don’t let kids walk or run with a toothbrush in their mouth—have them sit or stand still.
- Always stay close and watch when young children brush.
- Check the age range, directions and amount on each product.
- If you’re worried about teeth or gums, talk to a dentist.