1 Cultural Influences Cultural influences means historical, geographical, and familial factors that affect assessment and intervention processes.
How can I teach my child to swallow a pill? Some children as young as age 3 or 4 can swallow a pill, while some teenagers still can't accomplish the task! When your child is ready to try, have him practice with something small and hard-coated, like Tic Tac breath mints. Here's how: With a mouthful of water, have your child look up at the ceiling.
While both of these additions can be helpful, you'll want to make sure you child is old enough to use the toothpaste or the mouthwash without swallowing either substance. The American Dental Association notes that parents should not recommend that their kids use a fluoride toothpaste until age two and fluoride mouthwash until age six. You can also make sure you provide enough fluoride for children in your family by giving them fluoride supplements, which are ingested and have the same effects as fluoridated water.