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How to Brush Children's Teeth

by Tammy Davenport
for About.com

Updated: March 28, 2007

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Rinse Thoroughly

Be sure to teach your child how to rinse, by swishing water around in his / her mouth and spit. Swallowing too much toothpaste could result in a condition known as fluoritis which could cause white spots to form on the teeth.
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