ACT® Kids Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste is safe, effective and gentle on children as young as 2 years old and helps strengthen and protect developing teeth. Great for improving compliance, ACT® Kids Toothpaste comes with an easy-to-use flip cap and stand-up tube, and is available in a kid-friendly, bubblegum flavor.

2 years Adults and children 2 years of age and older should brush with ACT® Kids Toothpaste at least twice a day, preferably after each meal, or as directed by a dentist or doctor.

”As a dental hygienist, I recommend and use ACT® products because it remineralizes the enamel to reduce caries, is safe for all dental work, many flavor options, and an amazing dry mouth line that works!”

While it doesn't hurt to use your kid's toothpaste once in a while, it is not recommended at all. Remember that your teeth are different from your children. Your children's toothpaste also has different ingredients or lower content of certain substances compared to yours.

Under age 2: Aim for about the size of a grain of rice with no-fluoride toothpaste. Ages 2-6: A pea-sized amount of children's toothpaste with fluoride. Ages 6-8: A full ribbon size of children's toothpaste with fluoride. Ages 8+: A full ribbon size of adult toothpaste.

If you're in a pinch and your adult palate can handle the sweetness of a kids' toothpaste, you can feel comfortable using it. And if your older kids are ready to make the switch to adult toothpaste, you can always try a transition toothpaste with a minty flavor that's a little more grown-up but still subtle.

The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs Acceptance of ACT Anticavity Fluoride Rinse is based on its finding that the product is safe and has shown efficacy in helping to prevent tooth decay, when used as directed.

All of the kids toothpastes we recommend contain fluoride, per dentists' advice.

• Colgate for Kids Toothpaste.
• Crest Kids SparkleFun.
• Hello Kid's Fluoride Toothpaste.
• Tom's of Maine Children's Toothpaste.
• Aquafresh for Kids Toothpaste.
• Burt's Bees for Kids Fluoride Toothpaste.
• PRO-SYS Bubblegum Toothpaste for Kids.

The main difference between adult toothpaste and toothpaste designed just for kids is the amount of fluoride they contain. Fluoride is found naturally in many foods and is often added to public water sources. It's also one of the best ways to protect both permanent and baby teeth from decay.

Yes, kids need to use toothpaste when they brush their teeth. Toothpaste helps remove plaque and bacteria from the teeth, and it also provides fluoride, which helps to prevent cavities.

All kidding aside, you can absolutely use kids' toothpaste. Read on to find out why using it is nothing to be ashamed of and why you might want to consider it.

Fluoride and dental care Fluoride is a mineral that keeps teeth strong and prevents tooth decay. Fluoride is safe and works best when your child gets it in very small amounts throughout the day in: toothpaste – at this age, your child can use regular adult fluoride toothpaste.