Preventative Medicine is the Best Medicine: How to Properly Brush Your Teeth
Learning how to correctly brush your teeth can help you maintain healthy teeth and gums, while also minimizing the risks of tooth decay and gum disease.
Using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, spend at least two minutes using the suggested approach; 30-seconds on each part of your mouth (upper left, upper right, bottom left, and the bottom right), at least two times a day. Start by brushing the inner and outer surfaces, making sure to brush along the gum line as well. Move on to brush the chewing surface while holding the brush flat, and then the inside surface while holding the brush vertically.
Don’t forget to brush your tongue to remove food particles and odor-causing bacteria using a back-to-front sweeping motion. Properly brushing your teeth is one of the easiest and most vital habits to ingrain in your daily routine to maintain the health of your teeth and gums. Change the position of the brush as often as necessary to reach and clean all surfaces. Try to watch yourself in the mirror to make sure you clean each surface. After you are done, rinse vigorously to remove any plaque you might have loosened while brushing.
If you have any pain while brushing or have any questions about how to properly brush your teeth, call Prima Family Dental at 781-944-4450 and make an appointment with us today.
