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The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry has published some very helpful guidelines on the amount of toothpaste you should use with children: 1  Children under the age of 2 - Use a âsmearâ of fluoridated toothpaste (see diagram). 2  Children aged 2 to 5 years old-Use a âpea-sizedâ amount of toothpaste (see diagram).he American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry has published some very helpful guidelines on the amount of toothpaste you should use with children: 1  Children under the age of 2 - Use a âsmearâ of fluoridated toothpaste (see diagram). 2  Children aged 2 to 5 years old-Use a âpea-sizedâ amount of toothpaste (see diagram).
A small pea-sized amount of toothpaste is sufficient for adults. Children who are old enough to brush with toothpaste should use that amount or less. More important than the amount of toothpaste you use is the way you brush.Be sure to clean the outer surfaces, inner surfaces, and chewing surfaces of the teeth.It should take at least 2 minutes to brush your teeth properly.hildren who are old enough to brush with toothpaste should use that amount or less. More important than the amount of toothpaste you use is the way you brush. Be sure to clean the outer surfaces, inner surfaces, and chewing surfaces of the teeth.