According to both the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and American Dental Association, you should begin to brush your child’s teeth as soon as they begin to grow in, which typically begins around six months of age but can sometimes take up to a year. Parents usually need to continue brushing their children’s teeth for several years, until the children develop the coordination to do it themselves. Diligently brushing your child’s teeth is the best way to steer them towards a lifetime of good oral health, and it can also be a great bonding experience.