Getting children to brush their teeth can be difficult, often full of tears, tantrums or flat-out refusal. However, there are many ways you can make it a fun adventure and start them out with good oral hygiene at a young age. Finding the best electric toothbrush for kids that is simple and fun to use can go a long way in establishing good brushing habits that last a lifetime.
If you’re considering brushing your child's teeth with an electric toothbrush, wait until your child is at least three years old. Do not use an electric toothbrush with children younger than three years old. Before that, a manual toothbrush like the Oral-B Manual Toothbrush Baby 0-2 Years featuring Winnie the Pooh should be used.
Ease of Use Simply put, an electric toothbrush does most of the work for you. Whether it’s the movement of the brush head or a built-in timer for correct brushing time, an electric toothbrush makes brushing easier.
Plaque Removal Electric toothbrushes tend to remove more plaque than a manual toothbrush. They can also make it easier to reach tricky spots like the back teeth. By removing more plaque from your child’s teeth, you can help keep their developing smiles in good condition.
Child’s Enthusiasm Your child may be particularly excited about using an electric toothbrush, either because of its novelty or because they’ve seen you using one. This can make it easier to get them into a routine of brushing twice a day.
Specialized Bristles Growing smiles often have tender gums, look for a soft-bristled toothbrush just for kids. Oral-B Kids’ Vitality toothbrushes feature unique cushioning, ExrtaSoft bristles for a gentle, yet effective clean.
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. While they have similar brush movements and timers to their adult counterparts, Oral-B Stages Power electric toothbrushes are available in bright colors featuring their favorite ©Disney characters to make brushing more fun. They also include some of the following great features to help kids love brushing and get excited about their oral health:
Each of the Oral-B Stages kids’ toothbrushes (as of 3+ years old) are geared toward children of specific age groups with a wide range of character companions, from ©Disney characters like Mickey or Winnie the Pooh, to Star Wars™ and LucasFilm Ltd.™ characters. Every stage in a child’s oral health development is important, and that’s why Oral-B’s range can inspire fun and healthy brushing habits. You can find choices ranging from manual toothbrushes for toddlers all the way up to older kids’ electric toothbrushes.
Still not sure which brush is best for your child’s developing teeth? Find the right Oral-B Kids toothbrush below:
Baby Soft Bristles for Gentle Clean
adding extra feature - just to maintain spacing
Kid's Favorite Characters
Round Cleans Better
Designed for Small Mouths
Oral-B Kids Electric Toothbrush Compatible
Baby Training Toothpaste made without Flouride
Mild Fruit Flavor Babies will Love
Designed for Babies
Extra Soft Bristles for Gentle Clean
75% More Plaque Removal to Fight Cavities*
2 Cleaning Modes (Sensitive & Daily Clean)
2-Minute Coaching Timer
Compatible with Disney Magic Timer(TM) App
Proven to Help Prevent Cavities and Tooth Decay
Bubblegum Flavor Kids will Love
Designed for Kids
Provides Effective Cavity Protection
Reaches Where Brushing May Miss
Strawberry Flavor Kids will Love
Designed for Big Kids
Removes Plaque and Food Particles Between Teeth to Help Fight Cavities
Cool Mint Flavor
Makes flossing simple: No mess, no fuss
100% More Plaque Removal to Fight Cavities*
1 Cleaning Mode (Daily Clean)
Smart Pressure Sensor
24-Hour Enamel Shield to Protect Teeth from Sugars & Acids
Angled Bristles for Superior Plaque Removal*
500% More Plaque Removal Along Gumline*
4 Smart Cleaning Modes
Great Colors for All Ages
Compatible with Oral-B App
Designed for People who Wear Braces
Oral-B iO Electric Toothbrush Compatible
Fights Plaque Bacteria at the Gum Line
Clean Mint Flavor that Freshens Breath
Helps protect against enamel loss to fight cavities
Oxyjet Technology targets and helps eleimate plaque bacteria for heathier gums
3 Flossing Modes
Pefect Flossing Solution for People with Braces
Oral-B for baby. Before you buy your child’s first electric toothbrush they can use on their own, you’ll need to brush your baby’s teeth for them. Start with a ©Disney Baby Manual Toothbrush, specially designed with extra-soft bristles for small, sensitive mouths aged four months to two years.
Oral-B Stages manual toothbrushes are made for toddlers aged two to four. At this age, you’ll want to closely supervise them while brushing and, in some cases, you may have to do it for them while they learn the proper techniques.
For children 3+, you can begin a superior oral care regimen for your child with an electric toothbrush. You can help your kids learn the ropes of brushing with a kids’ electric toothbrush. Although you will still want to monitor their endeavors, you should be confident that you have started your child on a lifetime of healthy oral care habits.
Kids aged 8-12 should be brushing regularly and completely on their own. As they continue to grow, remind them of the great oral hygiene habits they have developed with Oral-B Stages Electric Toothbrushes.
Oral-B electric toothbrushes for kids have several exciting designs to choose from, featuring your kids’ favorite characters from Disney and Marvel. Children have more fun brushing with their favorite cartoon buddies, and Oral-B brushes have many to choose from including Disney’s Frozen and Star Wars The Mandalorian.
Child-friendly electric toothbrushes help your children, and you, care for their teeth from toddler and beyond.
Ultimately, if your child is having fun brushing their teeth, they’re more likely to make it a part of their everyday routine.
To make brushing fun and easy, the free Disney Magic Timer App by Oral-B will encourage your children to brush for longer by engaging the with fun graphics and virtual stickers featuring their favorite Disney characters.
In fact, 98% of kids brush longer when using the Disney Magic Timer app. It's available for free in the iOS App Store and Google Play.
As kids continue to grow, they’ll always need the right toothbrushes for the best oral care. Oral-B Electric Toothbrushes help them make the transition from childhood to adulthood with a wide variety of options that keep pace with their changing needs.
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*.
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