KidsCan Dental Programme

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Your child’s early childhood centre or kōhanga reo has given you a whānau dental pack to take home.

It’s part of our new Dental Programme, created with support from the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA) to help tamariki and their whānau build strong toothbrushing habits — at home and at their centre.

Centres or kōhanga reo can roll out the full programme from June, but you can start great routines with your child right now.

At the centre

Tamariki brush their teeth once a day, supported by teachers or kaiako.
KidsCan provides everything needed: toothbrushes, toothpaste, holders and fun learning resources.
Toothbrushes are labelled and stored safely and used during normal daily routines.     

At home

Your centre or kōhanga reo can order whānau dental packs for you to take home every three months.
Each pack includes toothbrushes and toothpaste for both children and adults.
If you need more, you can ask your centre for a top‑up anytime.

Brushing your teeth with your child or children helps create stronger habits and makes the routine even more enjoyable and rewarding - for them, and for you.