The proper amount of toothpaste use is consequential to the overall fluoride exposure of a child, and parents or guardians should have an understanding of the overall fluoride
exposures their children have. Dental evaluations conducted when the child’s first tooth erupts provide the opportunity to discuss all aspects of preventive care, including the appropriate amount of toothpaste to use,which has been described as a “pea sized”
amount or “smear” of toothpaste weighing 0.25g.