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Do you ever remember a time when you were a child and someone\u2019s encouragement increased your effort? It was maybe in a sports game or being kind to others. Well, that same effect can be made on oral health choices. Research has proven that praising your child while brushing their teeth increases their effort and effectiveness. Here\u2019s what to know about the connection and how best to do it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Benefits of Praising Your Child for Brushing Their Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, children love to be positively recognized for their talents and efforts. So, it\u2019s wise to leverage that to help your child form great oral health habits. A study published in Child Development<\/em> found that parental praise was linked to how long children persisted in brushing as well as how likely they were to remember to brush at all. While the amount of time each child spent cleaning their teeth varied from day to day, they did brush longer on days when they received praise. They also seemed to respond better to compliments than given constant instructions on how to care for their teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Should You Praise Your Child?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

 It\u2019s helpful to know how to encourage your child in the right way<\/em> at the right time<\/em>. If you only acknowledge them when they do something perfectly, they can become discouraged if they don\u2019t get it right every time. Instead, try praising them for the small steps they take towards brushing their teeth properly. You can tell them they did a great job when they used toothpaste or brushed in a circular motion instead of up and down strokes. This will keep them motivated and continue striving to take care of their teeth the best they can!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Kind of Praise Should You Give?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When giving kudos to your child for maintaining their oral health, be sure to focus on the positive aspects. Instead of telling them that they did a \u201cgood job\u201d or that they \u201ccleaned all the germs away\u201d, try focusing on specific things they accomplished. Here are some examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n