54. How much toothpaste should kids use?

The amount of toothpaste your child should use depends on their age:

-Under 3 years old: Use only a smear or grain-of-rice size of fluoride toothpaste
-Ages 3–6: Use a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste

Make sure your child spits out the toothpaste after brushing and doesn’t swallow it. Using the right amount helps prevent cavities while keeping fluoride safe for little ones.