Brushing a toddlers teeth! I need advice!

[isra1986]

DD is 21 months and is Ms. Independent. She doesn't need momma for anything, at least that's what she thinks!
She loves brushing her teeth, always has. I give her the tooth brush first and let her "brush" them and then I do it after her to make sure they are done right (when she does it, only the front teeth get brushed)
Well, she has decided the past few days, she does a good enough job and doesn't want me to brush after her!
She purses her lips, clenches her jaws. It is frustrating!
This is obviously a power struggle I have to win, I don't want her to have bad teeth, so do you have any advice?

[DestaniesMama]

I've always told my dd what can happen to her teeth if they aren't brushed properly. She has never wanted to have to go to the dentist and get a shot! Good luck!

[DaisyAg2003]

My 14 month old and 2 year old did the same thing.  We solved it by brushing their teeth first and then letting them do it.