Find the Right Toothbrush for Your Child | Oral B (2024)

FAQs

Can children use an Oral-B adult toothbrush? ›

Yes, children can use any power brush in our range (including adult versions) once they reach age 3.

Good Oral Care Never Stops

From ExtraSoft bristle technology specially designed just for delicate little mouths, to their favorite characters and interactive app experiences, Oral-B has the toothbrush that's right for your growing child—only from Oral-B, the #1 brand used by dentists worldwide*.

The Oral-B Kids replacement Electric Toothbrush Heads, featuring Disney Frozen Characters, are specifically designed for kids: extra-soft bristles gentle on young gums, smaller head for small mouths, and a unique round head to cup each tooth.

In addition to electric toothbrushes like the award-winning Oral-B iO Series for adults, Oral-B makes a whole line of kids' electric toothbrushes with special features designed for children of 3+ years old.

3-5 Years Old: Kid-Sized Toothbrush

These toothbrushes look just like adult-sized toothbrushes but are smaller so they can fit in little hands more easily. We recommend using a soft-bristled toothbrush while they're still in the early stages of getting used to brushing their teeth.

Yes, I recommend electric toothbrushes for children. They are a fun and effective way to clean children's teeth and gums.

Oral-B toothpastes range covers all different stages from baby to toddlers and young kids (3+) up to kids (6+). The Oral-B Baby 0-2 Years Winnie the Pooh Toothpaste is designed especially for babies and toddlers ages 0-2. It's formulated to gently clean growing milk teeth and delicate gums.

From a safety standpoint, with proper instruction and supervision, electric toothbrushes are safe for children 3 years old and older. Children younger than 3 should use manual toothbrushes.

These brushes remove more plaque from the teeth. From the age of 5 or 6, electric toothbrushes adapted for children are alternative instruments that are highly recommended.

No matter their age, your children's toothbrush should fit comfortably in their mouths and be easy to hold and manipulate. Choose a toothbrush with soft bristles that are made of a round-ended or "polished" material. These types of brush heads clean kids' teeth well but aren't rough on their gums.

Are oral B kids' brush heads smaller? ›

Dentist-inspired extra-soft bristles and small brush heads are specifically designed for kids' growing mouths—be sure to replace your kid's brush head every 3 months for a dentist-recommended clean. Soft bristles, small brush heads, and their favorite characters deliver a gentle clean for developing smiles.

Oral-B offers a variety of replacement heads for your specific oral care needs. And since all of our brush heads fit all of our electric toothbrush handles (except iO and Pulsonic), it's easy to find the perfect fit for you. Browse our entire line of Oral-B replacement brush heads.

First, as with manual toothbrushes, you should make sure the electric toothbrush is sized appropriately for your child's age and that it has soft bristles. Second, keep in mind that not all electric toothbrushes are created equal in terms of their ability to remove plaque.

Brushes for children of age group 2–6 should have head length 19 mm. Brushes for children of age group 6–12 should have head length 22 mm.. Brushes for children of age group of 12 and above should have head length of approximately 25 mm.

As with a standard brush, it's essential to select your child's right size and style. Be sure to choose an electric toothbrush with a child-sized head so that it fits properly in your child's mouth and can reach all the way to the back teeth comfortably.

Most children can transition to adult toothbrushes around age 10. This is when they have most of their adult teeth, and they have plenty of practice brushing their teeth on their own.

The Oral-B Stages Power Kids brush head has special smaller bristles which provide gentle, extra-soft brushing and make it ideal for children's smaller teeth and mouth. The Oral-B Stages Power replacement electric toothbrush heads are specially made for kids.

Both manual and electric toothbrushes are effective at cleaning toddler's teeth when used properly, so feel free to select whichever type you and your toddler like best.