It is okay for children to use electric toothbrushes, but they need to pay attention to some details and precautions to ensure their oral health and safety:
1. Appropriate age: It is usually recommended that children start using electric toothbrushes when they are about 3 years old, because at this age, they can already master basic brushing skills and coordination.
2. Choose a suitable model: Choose an electric toothbrush specially designed for children. These toothbrushes are usually smaller, softer, and suitable for the size of children's mouths and sensitive gums.
3. Brush head design: The brush head of children's electric toothbrushes is usually smaller and has softer bristles, which can better adapt to the characteristics of children's mouths.

4. Safety considerations: Choose an electric toothbrush with safety features, such as low power and a design that prevents excessive force, to protect children"s oral health and safety.
5. Supervision and guidance: Even when using electric toothbrushes, children still need supervision and guidance to ensure that they use the toothbrush correctly, do not use excessive force, and do not swallow the brush head, etc.
6. Brushing time: Teach children to maintain sufficient brushing time, usually about 2 minutes each time, to ensure thorough cleaning of teeth.
7. Tooth brushing habits: Educate children to develop good tooth brushing habits, including not only the use of electric toothbrushes, but also the correct brushing movements and frequency.
8. Replace the brush head regularly: Replace the brush head of children's electric toothbrush regularly, usually once every 3 months, or when the bristles are worn.
It should be noted that even when using an electric toothbrush, children still need parental guidance and supervision to ensure that they perform oral hygiene correctly and develop good brushing habits. In addition, different children have different oral conditions. If they have special oral problems, it is best to use an electric toothbrush under the advice of a pediatric dentist.