đśÂ 0â3 Years (Babies & Toddlers)
Amount: âď¸ Smear size / grain of rice
Why: At this age, children may swallow toothpaste. A tiny amount reduces the risk of excess fluoride ingestion while still protecting teeth.
đ§Â 3â6 Years (Young Children)
Amount: âď¸ Pea-sized
Why: Children learn to spit out toothpaste around this age. A pea-sized amount provides enough fluoride for cavity protection.
đŚđ§Â 6â12 Years (Older Kids)
Amount: âď¸ Pea-sized to slightly more, but not full-length
Why: Children can brush more effectively and spit fully, so a bit more toothpaste is acceptable, but proper technique matters more than quantity.
đ§Â 12+ Years & Adults
Amount: âď¸ 1â1.5 cm strip (about the length seen in toothpaste ads is not necessary, but a small strip is fine)
Why: Adults can safely use a standard thin strip to get full fluoride benefits and fresh breath.
đľÂ Seniors
Amount: âď¸ Same as adults
Extra note: Seniors benefit greatly from fluoride toothpaste due to higher risk of gum recession and sensitivity.
đ Additional Tips
¡ Donât rinse with a lot of water after brushing â it washes away fluoride.
¡ Brush for 2 minutes, twice a day.
¡ Replace your toothbrush every 3 months or after illness.
¡ For kids, adult supervision is recommended until at least age 7â8.
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