Dental health (Easy Read)

Brush your teeth 2 times every day.  

Do this during the day and before bed.

Brush your teeth for 2 minutes.  

Use a pea sized amount of toothpaste.

After brushing, spit the toothpaste out.  

Do not rinse your mouth with water. 

Eat a healthy, balanced diet.

Limit sugary food and drink to mealtimes. 

Flossing between your teeth is recommended from 12 years of age.  

You can use dental floss.

You can also use interdental brushes. 

You may have false teeth.  

These are also known as dentures.  

It is important that you look after your mouth.  

Use toothpaste to clean any remaining teeth.  

Clean your mouth and gums.

You should do this twice a day.  

Find out more information about dentures. 

Find out more about:

• children’s teeth
• healthy teeth and gums
• how to keep your teeth clean
• eating well
• why to use dental floss
• why to use interdental brushes

Read an oral health guide for children and parents.

This guide was made by the NHFT Oral Health Improvement Team.

NHFT stands for Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. 

Watch a video about how to look after babies’ and children’s teeth.

This was made by the Northamptonshire Strong Start Early Years Team.