Childsmile works with all nurseries and target primary schools to deliver a daily supervised toothbrushing programme.
At Childsmile, we try to make toothbrushing as straight forward as possible.
We provide toothbrushes and toothbrushing racks which have matching symbols. Storing toothbrushes in this way prevents cross infection and helps the children to identify their toothbrush easily.
We provide toothpaste which contains at least 1000ppm fluoride, which can be dispensed onto a surface, such as a plate, and in doing so, prevents cross infection.
Children, depending on their age and ability, may collect their own toothbrush and toothpaste, and brush their teeth at their desk. They can do this prior to rinsing their brush and wiping off the excess toothpaste from their mouths.
The toothbrushing supervisor receives Childsmile training to ensure that the Toothbrushing Programme is delivered in a safe way and in accordance with the guidance provided. The Childsmile team will visit to monitor and support the establishment with this process during every school term.
We have developed our toothbrushing standards in conjunction with the Care Inspectorate and Public Health Scotland to ensure that the process of delivering the Childsmile Toothbrushing Programme in schools and nurseries is safe and appropriate.