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Y Canllaw Brwsio Dannedd Plant

Mae gwên iach yn dechrau gartref: canllaw i frwsio dannedd eich plant

Pam mae dannedd babanod yn bwysig?

Baby teeth aren’t just practice teeth. They help children bite and chew, support speech development, guide adult teeth into place and boost confidence when smiling. When teeth aren't cared for, it leads to tooth decay which can cause pain, infection and long-term oral health problems.

Oeddech chi’n gwybod?

Tynnu dannedd wedi pydru yw’r driniaeth fwyaf cyffredin i blant 5-9 oed.
More than 1 in 5 children aged 5 have tooth decay - ac mae modd atal bron y cyfan ohono!
Mae brwsio dannedd plant o’r cychwyn cyntaf yn helpu datblygu arferion iechyd ceg da o blentyndod at fod yn oedolyn.

Brwsio dannedd plant

Pryd i frwsio:

Dechreuwch cyn gynted â bod y dant cyntaf yn ymddangos (fel arfer tua 6 mis)
Brwsiwch ddwy waith y dydd gartref, yn enwedig cyn amser gwely.
Brwsiwch ar ran eich plentyn nes y bydd yn 3 oed. Wedyn goruchwyliwch hyd o leiaf 7.

Sut i frwsio

Brwsiwch am 2 funud, gan gwmpasu pob dant.
Poerwch, peidiwch â rinsio a dŵr, i adael côt y fflworid ar y dannedd.
Brwsiwch gan ddefnyddio cylchoedd bach, gan gwmpasu pob arwyneb. Cofiwch frwsio deintgig a thu ôl i’r dannedd yn dyner.

Beth sydd ei angen arnoch?

Brwsh dannedd â phen bach, gyda blew meddal i feddal-ganolig.

Newidiwch y brwsh dannedd bob 3 mis, neu’n gynt os yw’r blew wedi cael eu difrodi.

Past dannedd fflworid

Under 3 years: taeniad o bast dannedd sy’n cynnwys o leiaf 1000ppm (rhannau fesul miliwn) o fflworid
3+ years: swm maint pysen o bast dannedd yn cynnwys rhwng 1350 a1500ppm o fflworid

Gwiriwch becynnu past dannedd am lefelau fflworid.

Gair i gall

Rhowch gynnig ar gân brwsio dannedd neu amser gweledol i annog plant i frwsio am y ddau funud llawn. Ewch i’n tudalen dolenni defnyddiol i ddod o hyd i ganeuon am frwsio dannedd.
Gall drych helpu plant i weld ble maen nhw’n frwsio.
Brwsiwch ddannedd hoff degan wrth ochr eich plentyn am anogaeth
Brwsiwch wrth ochr eich plentyn i fodelu brwsio dannedd yn dda.

Ffyrdd eraill o sicrhau iechyd ceg da

Nid brwsio yw’r cwbl Mae pethau eraill y dylech eu gwneud i sicrhau bod gan eich plentyn ddannedd a deintgig da.

Deiet

Torrwch i lawr ar ‘siwgrau rhydd’ (unrhyw siwgr a ychwanegir at fwyd neu ddiod) fel y rheini mewn cacennau, melysion, sawsiau, sudd, smwddis a rhai iogyrtau a grawnfwydydd brecwast.
Cynigiwch ddŵr a llaeth fel y prif ddiodydd. Os byddwch yn cynnig diodydd siwgraidd, cadwch nhw i adegau prydau bwyd yn unig a sicrhewch eu bod wedi’u gwanhau yn dda iawn.
Torrwch i lawr ar fyrbrydau a diodydd siwgraidd rhwng prydau bwyd.
Cyfyngwch ar y bwydydd rydych yn eu sugno o gydau. Wrth eu defnyddio, gwasgwch nhw ar lwy yn hytrach na sugno.

Poteli, cwpanau a sipio

O 6 mis, cyflwynwch gwpan agored neu gwpan â falf llifo’n rhydd.
O 12 mis, osgowch boteli neu gwpanau sipio y mae angen eu sugno.

Ymweliadau â’r deintydd

Trefnwch apwyntiad deintydd cyntaf eich plentyn cyn gynted â bod ei ddannedd cyntaf yn ymddangos a cyn ei ben-blwydd cyntaf.
Daliwch ati â gwiriadau rheolaidd – gall deintyddion weld problemau yn gynnar a helpu i atal pydredd.
Gofynnwch i’r tîm deintyddol am gyngor ar ofalu am iechyd ceg eich plentyn.

Cynorthwyo plant ag anghenion addysgol arbennig ac anableddau (SEND)

Gall plant â SEND, yn enwedig y rheini ag anghenion synhwyraidd, heriau sgiliau motor neu gyfathrebiadau gael mwy o anhawster brwsio. Mae’n bwysig sefydlu trefn dda o frwsio dannedd mor gynnar â phosibl gan y gall fod yn fwy anodd ei gyflwyno i blant hŷn. Mae llawer o gyngor a chyfarwyddyd arbenigol ar gael.

Top tips for SEND

Rhowch gynnig ar flasau gwahanol o bast dannedd o feintiau a gweadau amrywiol
Cyflwynwch frwsio yn raddol: dechreuwch â’r brwsh dannedd ar y gwefusau, wedyn y tu mewn i’r geg gam wrth gam
Gall brwsio mewn mannau gwahanol (fel yr ystafell wely neu ar y soffa) wneud i blant deimlo wedi ymlacio mwy

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<h1>Y Canllaw Brwsio Dannedd Plant</h1>
<h3>Mae gwên iach yn dechrau gartref: canllaw i frwsio dannedd eich plant</h3>
<h2>Pam mae dannedd babanod yn bwysig?</h2>
Baby teeth aren’t just practice teeth. They help children bite and chew, support speech development, guide adult teeth into place and boost confidence when smiling. When teeth aren't cared for, it leads to tooth decay which can cause pain, infection and long-term oral health problems.

<strong>Oeddech chi’n gwybod?</strong>
<ul>
<li>Removal of decayed teeth is the most common operation for children aged 5-9.</li>
<li><strong>More than 1 in 5 children aged 5 have tooth decay</strong> - ac mae modd atal bron y cyfan ohono!</li>
<li><strong>Mae brwsio dannedd plant o’r cychwyn cyntaf yn helpu datblygu arferion iechyd ceg da o blentyndod at fod yn oedolyn.</strong></li>
</ul>
<h2>Brwsio dannedd plant</h2>
<h3>Pryd i frwsio:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Start as soon as the first tooth appears (usually around 6 months).</li>
<li>Brush twice each day at home, especially before bedtime.</li>
<li>Brush for your child until they are 3. Then supervise until at least age 7.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Sut i frwsio</h3>
<ul>
<li>Brush for 2 minutes, covering every tooth.</li>
<li>Spit, don't rinse with water, to leave the fluoride coating the teeth.</li>
<li>Brush using small circles, covering every surface. Remember to gently brush gums and behind teeth.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Beth sydd ei angen arnoch?</h3>
<strong>Brwsh dannedd â phen bach, gyda blew meddal i feddal-ganolig.</strong>
<ul>
<li>Change the toothbrush every 3 months, or sooner if the bristles are damaged.</li>
</ul>
<strong>Past dannedd fflworid</strong>
<ul>
<li><strong>Under 3 years:</strong> <em>taeniad o bast dannedd sy’n cynnwys o leiaf 1000ppm (rhannau fesul miliwn) o fflworid</em></li>
<li><strong>3+ years:</strong> <em>swm maint pysen o bast dannedd yn cynnwys rhwng 1350 a1500ppm o fflworid</em></li>
</ul>
Gwiriwch becynnu past dannedd am lefelau fflworid.
<h3>Gair i gall</h3>
<ul>
<li>Try a toothbrushing song or visual time to encourage children to brush for the full two minutes. Visit our useful links page to find songs about toothbrushing.</li>
<li>A mirror can help children see where they are brushing.</li>
<li>Brush a favourite toy’s teeth alongside your child for encouragement</li>
<li>Brush alongside your child to model good toothbrushing.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Ffyrdd eraill o sicrhau iechyd ceg da</h2>
Nid brwsio yw’r cwbl Mae pethau eraill y dylech eu gwneud i sicrhau bod gan eich plentyn ddannedd a deintgig da.
<h3>Deiet</h3>
<ul>
<li>Cut down on ‘free sugars’ (any sugar added to food or drink) like those in cakes, sweets, sauces, juice, smoothies and some yoghurts and breakfast cereals.</li>
<li>Offer water and milk as main drinks. If you do offer sugary drinks, keep them to mealtimes only and ensure they are very well diluted.</li>
<li>Cut down on sugary snacks and drinks between meals.</li>
<li>Limit the use of foods you suck from pouches. When using them, squeeze onto a spoon rather than sucking.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Poteli, cwpanau a sipio</h3>
<ul>
<li>From 6 months, introduce an open cup or a cup with a free flowing valve.</li>
<li>From 12 months, avoid bottles or sippy cups that need sucking.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Ymweliadau â’r deintydd</h3>
<ul>
<li>Schedule your child’s first dental appointment once their first teeth appear and before their first birthday.</li>
<li>Keep up with regular check-ups – dentists can spot problems early and help prevent decay.</li>
<li>Ask the dental team for advice on looking after your child’s oral health.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Cynorthwyo plant ag anghenion addysgol arbennig ac anableddau (SEND)</h2>
Gall plant â SEND, yn enwedig y rheini ag anghenion synhwyraidd, heriau sgiliau motor neu gyfathrebiadau gael mwy o anhawster brwsio. Mae’n bwysig sefydlu trefn dda o frwsio dannedd mor gynnar â phosibl gan y gall fod yn fwy anodd ei gyflwyno i blant hŷn. Mae llawer o gyngor a chyfarwyddyd arbenigol ar gael.
<h3>Top tips for SEND</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trying different flavours of toothpaste or brushes of varies sizes and textures</li>
<li>Introduce brushing gradually: start with the toothbrush on the lips, then inside the mouth step by step</li>
<li>Brushing in different spaces (like the bedroom or sofa) can make children feel more relaxed</li>
</ul>

Cysylltiadau Defnyddiol

Find guidance and support with toothbrushing and oral health from:

Apps, games and songs to help children brush their teeth:

Cyngor ac arweiniad i deuluoedd plant ag Anghenion Addysgol Arbennig ac Anableddau:

Resources for schools and early years settings:

Useful links (Simple HTML)

<h3>Find guidance and support with toothbrushing and oral health from:</h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-teeth-and-gums/taking-care-of-childrens-teeth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Children’s teeth – NHS</a></li>
<li><a href="https://help-for-early-years-providers.education.gov.uk/health-and-wellbeing/oral-health" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Early Years Providers: Oral Health - Department for Education</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bspd.co.uk/kidsvids" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Super Healthy Teeth Guides - British Society of Paediatric Dentistry</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bspd.co.uk/Patients/PatientInfo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A practical guide to children's teeth - British Society of Paediatric Dentistry</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.dentalhealth.org/childrens-teeth" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Frequently asked questions about children’s teeth – Oral Health Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.dentalhealth.org/Handlers/Download.ashx?IDMF=b180270f-1746-4255-8e6a-f4d44ada5428" target="_blank" rel="noopener">‘All about teeth’: A background guide to teeth – Oral Health Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.henry.org.uk/ouroffer/oralhealth" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Oral Health (for practitioners & families) - HENRY</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.dentalhealth.org/Pages/Category/all-oral-health-information" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Directory of oral health information – Oral Health Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.dentalhealth.org/national-smile-month" target="_blank" rel="noopener">National Smile Month – Oral Health Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.dentalhealth.org/Pages/FAQs/Category/downloads" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Factsheets and information on good oral health – Oral Health Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/watch/morning-routines#brushing-teeth" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Create a morning routine for toddlers and young children - CBeebies Parenting</a></li>
</ul>

<h3>Apps, games and songs to help children brush their teeth:</h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.brushdj.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brush DJ free toothbrushing app - Brush DJ</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/radio/bing-toothbrushing-song" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn to brush your teeth with Bing - CBeebies Parenting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/watch/tooth-brushing-badge-song" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sing along with the Toothbrush Song from Hey Duggee - CBeebies Parenting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/puzzles/earn-your-tooth-brushing-badge-quiz" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Toothbrushing Badge - CBeebies Parenting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/makes/hey-duggee-toothbrush-reward-chart" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Toothbrush Reward Chart - CBeebies Parenting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people/articles/z6jbydm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Q and A with The Singing Dentist - CBeebies Parenting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people/articles/zksybqt" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Try using a favourite teddy - CBeebies Parenting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://easypeasyapp.com/for-parents-and-carers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Super Silly Toothbrush and other toothbrushing content - EasyPeasy App</a></li>
</ul>

<h3>Cyngor ac arweiniad i deuluoedd plant ag Anghenion Addysgol Arbennig ac Anableddau:</h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/child-under-5-years/oral-health" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Oral Health in children with SEND - NHS Healthier Together</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bda.org/news-and-opinion/news/new-resources-support-accessible-oral-health-for-all/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Resources for accessible oral health - Team Smile / BDA / NHS England</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bspd.co.uk/Portals/0/Guidelines%20&%20Advice/BSPD%20Guidance%20for%20Parents%20and%20Carers%20of%20Autistic%20CYP%20June%202025.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Oral health advice for parents and carers of autistic children and young people – British Society of Paediatric Dentistry</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bspd.co.uk/Portals/0/Guidelines%20&%20Advice/BSPD%20Parents%20and%20Carers%20of%20SEN%20Supervised%20Toothbrushing%20Leaflet.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BSPD’s Information for parents/carers of children with special educational needs – British Society of Paediatric Dentistry</a></li>
<li><a href="https://dingley.org.uk/resources-for-families/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adnoddau i Deuluoedd: Iechyd a Hylendid y Geg – Dingley’s Promise</a></li>
<li><a href="https://contact.org.uk/help-for-families/information-advice-services/health-medical-information/dental-care-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gofal Deintyddol i deuluoedd â phlant anabl – Contact</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.dentalhealth.org/dental-care-for-people-with-special-needs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gofal Deintyddol i Bobl ag Anghenion Arbennig – Oral Health Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="SeeAbility: Canllaw i Rieni ar Iechyd y Geg a Gofal Deintyddol (ar gyfer plant ag anabledd dysgu, awtistiaeth neu’r ddau)" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A Parents’ Guide to Oral Health & Dental Care (for children with learning disability / autism / both) - SeeAbility</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/dental-care" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Deintyddion i Oedolion a Phlant Anabl – Scope</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Oral-Health-Care-1st-May-KP-3rd-July-SM_DSMIG.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Canllaw Gofal Iechyd y Geg – Down’s Syndrome UK</a></li>
</ul>

<h3>Resources for schools and early years settings:</h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.supervisedtoothbrushing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Supervised Toothbrushing Toolkit - BRUSH project</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.dentalhealth.org/brush-time" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Toothbrushing in groups and settings. Everything you need to know! – Oral Health Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.dentalhealth.org/dentalbuddy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">‘Dental Buddy’ Oral health education teaching units – Oral Health Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.dentalhealthshop.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Purchase oral health education resources – Oral Health Foundation</a></li>
</ul>

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