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Welcome to the Willo® blog, where smarter smiles begin. Expert insights on children’s oral health, kids’ dental care tips, and the latest in automatic toothbrush technology. Help the next generation build healthy oral health habits to last a lifetime.

The Role of Executive Functioning in Toothbrushing
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The Role of Executive Functioning in Toothbrushing

Toothbrushing seems like one of the simplest tasks for kids. But for many families, it’s a daily battle that often gets deprioritized among the many other things demanding attention in the morning....

Back-to-School for Neurodivergent Kids: Products That Help The Transition

Back-to-School for Neurodivergent Kids: Products That Help The Transition

Back-to-school means busy mornings and full days. For neurodivergent kids, consistent routines are key to helping them feel secure, focused, and ready to engage. As Willo parents, we’ve found a few...

neurodivergentWhy Oral Health Matters More Than We Thought for Autistic Kids

Why Oral Health Matters More Than We Thought for Autistic Kids

by Suchi Deshpande Oral care always took a back seat for me. Between getting myself ready, getting two kids out the door, and managing two excited dogs, toothbrushing was the last thing on my mind....

Back-to-School Routines That Make Mornings Easier

Back-to-School Routines That Make Mornings Easier

Back-to-school means busy mornings and full days. A smooth routine, morning and night, sets kids up to focus, learn, and grow. As Willo parents, we’ve found a few go-to products that keep the chaos...

Girl in bathroom holding 3 bottles of dye free kids toothpsate

Dye-Free Toothpaste: A Healthier Choice Parents Asked For

At Willo, every product decision begins with one question:“Will this help kids grow up healthier and make life easier for parents?” That’s why when parents told us they wanted an option without art...

Kids oral healthWhy Kids Hate Brushing Their Teeth (And How Willo Fixes It)

Why Kids Hate Brushing Their Teeth (And How Willo Fixes It)

If your kid has ever sworn up and down that they brushed their teeth — and you find a perfectly dry toothbrush 10 minutes later — you’re not alone. An informal Willo team survey revealed that 9 out...

Kids oral healthDo Kids Really Need to Floss? Here’s What Parents Should Know

Do Kids Really Need to Floss? Here’s What Parents Should Know

When it comes to oral health for kids, brushing is just part of the equation. Flossing plays a big role in preventing cavities and keeping gums healthy—yet it’s often the first thing to fall off th...

Kids oral healthThe Right Angle for Brushing Teeth? Most Adults Miss It—So Why Do We Expect Kids to Get It Right?

The Right Angle for Brushing Teeth? Most Adults Miss It—So Why Do We Expect Kids to Get It Right?

Let’s talk about something most of us don’t think about every day: the angle we use when brushing our teeth. Sounds small, right? But brushing at the right angle makes a big difference in how well ...

Kids oral healthWillo Is Helping Make Mornings and Bedtime Easier for Families

Willo Is Helping Make Mornings and Bedtime Easier for Families

For many parents, brushing teeth can be one of the most stressful parts of the day—especially when it’s wrapped into already busy morning and bedtime routines. But what if that everyday moment coul...

Kids oral healthU-Shaped, Reimagined: Real Automation. Real Accountability.

U-Shaped, Reimagined: Real Automation. Real Accountability.

Willo redefines what a U-shaped toothbrush can be. It’s the only product in the auto brushing toothbrush category that delivers automated motion and accountability for kids.

Meet the Moms of Willo

Meet the Moms of Willo

At Willo, we’re more than just a company—we’re a community. And at the heart of that community, you’ll find some extraordinary mothers who bring passion, wisdom, and care to everything they do.

Comparison chart showing Willo vs Electric Toothbrushs. Willo offers automated motion, covers all teeth and has a brushing tracker while electric toothbrushes have motion required, partial coverage and no accountability.

Willo vs. Electric Toothbrushes: What's Best for Your Child's Oral Health?

Let’s break down the two biggest reasons electric toothbrushes fall short—and why Willo goes beyond to deliver the clean your child’s smile really needs.