Pigeon Training Toothbrush Step 3

Little teeth are growing, and brushing is becoming part of the everyday routine.

The Pigeon Training Toothbrush Step 3 is designed for toddlers who are ready to move from early training brushes towards a more conventional toothbrush.

With a regular toothbrush-style head and soft, rounded bristles, it offers a familiar brushing experience while remaining gentle on little gums.

Designed for children who have most of their milk teeth, Step 3 helps families move beyond simply exploring a toothbrush and towards the important job of keeping those growing teeth clean.

It’s a practical next step for little ones who want to have a go themselves – with a grown-up still there to help.

Why we love it

Early training brushes are wonderful for helping babies become familiar with having something in their mouth.

But as more teeth emerge, the focus changes.

We need a brush that can effectively clean tooth surfaces, not just provide an opportunity to practise holding, mouthing or moving a toothbrush.

That’s what makes Step 3 different.

Its soft, rounded bristles and conventional brush head are designed for more purposeful cleaning, while still being appropriate for little mouths.

We also like that it gives toddlers the opportunity to participate in a routine that will be part of their everyday lives for years to come.

Great for

• Toddlers transitioning from early training toothbrushes
• Children with most of their milk teeth
• Introducing a conventional bristled toothbrush
• Daily cleaning of baby teeth
• Caregiver-assisted toothbrushing
• Practising simple brushing movements
• Building familiarity with a regular toothbrush head
• Little ones who want to hold and use their own toothbrush
• Establishing consistent morning and evening oral-care routines
• Use with age-appropriate toothpaste according to dental recommendations

From exploring to brushing

Pigeon’s staged toothbrush range recognises that early oral care changes as children grow.

Step 1 and Step 2 focus on early experiences with a toothbrush, helping babies and toddlers become familiar with its shape, texture and movement.

Step 3 introduces a more conventional bristled head for cleaning the teeth.

It’s a meaningful difference.

As more teeth emerge, brushing needs to reach the surfaces where food and plaque can collect.

The soft, rounded bristles are designed to clean those surfaces while being gentle on developing gums.

Let them have a turn

Toddlers often have very strong opinions about who should be holding the toothbrush!

And that’s okay.

Letting your child hold the brush, practise a few movements or copy you brushing your own teeth can be a lovely way to involve them in the routine.

But wanting to brush independently and being able to brush thoroughly are two different things.

Young children are still developing the hand skills and coordination needed to clean every tooth surface effectively.

They can have a turn, and then a parent or caregiver can help finish the job.

What about toothpaste?

Step 3 is designed to be used like a conventional toothbrush, including with toothpaste when appropriate.

In Australia, general guidance is to:

• Under 18 months: clean teeth with a small, soft toothbrush and water, unless a dental professional advises otherwise.
• From 18 months to 6 years: use a pea-sized amount of low-fluoride children’s toothpaste, unless otherwise advised by a dental professional.

Toothpaste recommendations can vary according to a child’s individual dental needs, so follow advice from your child’s dentist or oral health professional.

A feeding therapist’s note

One of the things I love about toddlers is how determined they can be to do things themselves.

Toothbrushing is often no exception.

They want to hold the brush. They want to squeeze the toothpaste. They want to copy what everyone else is doing.

I think that’s worth encouraging.

But I also want families to understand that independent participation doesn’t mean independent responsibility for cleaning teeth.

A toddler might manage a few little brushing movements, but they still need an adult to make sure all those tiny teeth are cleaned properly.

I like the Step 3 brush because it marks that shift from getting used to a toothbrush towards using a toothbrush for its intended purpose.

Let your child explore and participate, but keep the adult involved in the actual cleaning.

The aim is to build a familiar, manageable routine while protecting their oral health.

Product details

• Step 3 training toothbrush
• Designed for toddlers with most of their milk teeth
• Conventional toothbrush-style head
• Soft bristles with rounded ends
• Designed for gentle cleaning of developing teeth and gums
• Suitable for use with age-appropriate toothpaste
• Supports the transition from early training brushes to regular toothbrushing
• Part of Pigeon’s staged Training Toothbrush range
• By Pigeon

Important

Always supervise young children during toothbrushing.

Children require caregiver assistance with effective toothbrushing until they have developed the skills to clean all tooth surfaces thoroughly. Many children continue to need help well into primary school.

Inspect the toothbrush regularly and replace it when bristles become worn, splayed or damaged or according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Use toothpaste appropriate for your child’s age and individual dental needs, following Australian oral health guidance or advice from your child’s dental professional.

Step 3 is a transition towards effective daily toothbrushing – not a sign that your child is ready to brush without help.

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