A method and system of promoting effective brushing techniques by coupling entertainment value with the brushing of teeth. The method and system provides for the association of brushing techniques with electronic game tasks. The system can include a toothbrush and a position sensor operatively connected to the toothbrush for sensing movement associated with brushing technique. A gaming interface is preferably in operative communication with the position sensor for providing feedback regarding performance of game tasks and for providing prompting regarding performance of game tasks.