How to Effectively Brush Your Teeth
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July 2, 2021One of the smart ways to keep your oral cavity bacteria-free is by brushing teeth at the right time with effective technique. Brushing your teeth removes food debris, plaque and prevents calculus formation. Proper tooth brushing is an essential part of keeping teeth and gums clean and healthy. Most of us are unaware of proper brushing techniques. This article will highlight the proper and effective way of brushing teeth.
What is the proper brushing technique?
In this article, we’ll learn the right way to brush teeth effectively by following simple steps.
Step 1: Hold the brush at a 45-degree angle and clean the outer surface of teeth using short strokes. Make sure you do not miss out on back teeth and press too hard onto teeth, which may also cause damage to your teeth.
Step 2: Next move on to chewing surfaces of teeth. Hold the brush flat and start brushing back and forth gently.
Step 3: Once chewing surfaces are cleaned, clean the inside surfaces of your teeth, hold the brush vertically and use up-and-down strokes to clean the inner surfaces.
Step 4: Brush your tongue. Cleaning the tongue removes odor-causing bacteria and bad breath.
Once you learn the proper brushing technique, practicing it daily will help to master it to perfection. Proper brushing is the only way to prevent dental problems, the most common being dental caries and gum infection. Following 2 times for 2 minutes, a daily rule can make you have a fresher breath and healthy oral cavity.
Which toothbrush is the best?
As far as you follow proper brushing technique, both manual and electric toothbrushes are effective in maintaining optimum oral health.
Be careful while you brush:
- Avoid over-brushing, as it can damage tooth enamel. Always brush gently.
- Avoid using hard-bristled toothbrushes as they may cause damage to gums.
- Gum recession can be avoided by avoiding brushing too hard.
- Avoid brushing right after eating. Doing this may do more harm than good as Saliva will not get proper time to neutralize acids and their other functions properly.
Extra attention should be given to areas around:
- Crown and bridge
- Dental implants
- Dental prosthesis or dentures
- Around the braces
Tips and Tricks to gain maximum benefit!
- Use fluoride toothpaste with an extra soft or soft-bristle toothbrush.
- Keep your toothbrush clean. Always cover the brush with cover, if not possible at least bristles should be covered.
- Replace toothbrushes every three to four months.
- The golden rule for effective tooth brushing is two minutes, twice a day.
- Make sure you never miss any tooth surface.
Summary:
- Proper brushing technique is the key step to maintain healthy gums and teeth.
- Improper brushing may lead to more harm than good.
- Always consult your dentist to find out the right way according to your individualized oral health needs.
- Don’t forget to floss between your teeth and, clean your tongue and especially around artificial teeth.
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At Royal Dental, our dedicated team and experienced dentist are professionally trained to guide you about your oral health needs. If you have questions or concerns related to brushing your teeth or oral health problems, call us today at 713-330-7700 or book your appointment online to schedule your consultation.