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You’ve probably heard it ever since you were a kid Brush your teeth everyday so that
they can remain strong and healthy. However it’s not as simple as picking up any old
toothbrush from your local supermarket going home, and scrubbing away at your teeth for
a few seconds.
To be able to brush your teeth properly there are some things that you need to keep in mind
such as
Using the right toothbrush
Not all toothbrushes are created the same. Some toothbrushes are of better quality than
others, and believe it or not, both the material and the structure of the toothbrush matter
when it comes to cleaning your teeth. Soft bristles with rounded ends and a rounded head
toothbrush is generally the best type, because it cleans without damaging your teeth or gum
tissue and it can get into the small crevices of your mouth.
Replacing your toothbrush regularly
Whether it’s because of convenience or sentiment, a lot of people don’t take the time to change
their toothbrush regularly. A used toothbrush does not clean as well as a new one. The American
Dental Association recommends that you change your toothbrush every three to four months,
both for practical and sanitary reasons. There are UV cleaners on the market to keep your
brush germ free.
Use the Proper Strokes
Even the motion of brushing is something that you should take into consideration. Proper
brushing technique is a combination of up and down side to side, and various movements
of the toothbrush in your mouth. Basically, you need to hit every spot in your mouth to
make sure that you get every surface you need to reach.
Time and Touch
You need to brush for at least two minutes and when you brush you should brush just hard
enough to get the job done but not so hard that you draw blood from your gums.
If you really want to learn how to brush your teeth properly visit a dentist so that he
or she can demonstrate proper toothbrush techniques.