My 18yo ds hates hates hates brushing his teeth. Almost to the point of phobia. He brushes once a day, having to steel himself first, and says it's the worst part of his life! It's a sensory thing around the toothpaste.
I've bought low foam fluoride toothpaste, which is an improvement, but it's still a big issue for him. So I wonder... does toothpaste have to contain fluoride? Could he try a non-fluoride toothpaste (there's a wider choice of flavours and non-foam options) and then rinse with a fluoride mouthwash?
He wears a fixed brace, if that makes a difference. Would be very grateful for advice or recommendations.
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Any dentists? A question about toothpaste
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sergeantmajor · 27/05/2020 08:39
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