You have been brushing your teeth since you were a kid. But there are chances you don’t know much about brushing even after so many years. For example, do you know there is a right way of brushing, and that’s the only way? Do you know that you should look for changes in your toothbrush? Not sure what I am talking about? Read on.

The Right Way of Brushing

You should hold the brush at a 45 degrees angle from your teeth surface. You need to brush the front teeth with upward and downward motions. You should apply short strokes to brush your teeth. At one time, brush only one tooth; keep the stroke aligned to one tooth at a time. You must brush both sides of your front and side teeth. The molars, or the last teeth in the two sides on both the upper and lower teeth sets, have three exposed sides. Brush the front, back, and top of the molars.

It is important you be gentle when brushing; do not be too harsh on the teeth. Brush along the gum line gently to prevent any plaque formation.

You need to floss places like the gaps between your teeth that the toothbrush cannot reach.

More Tips on Brushing

Here are a few more guidelines on brushing:

• Use a soft-bristled toothbrush that has a small head.

• Change your toothbrush every three months, even if it does not appear tattered. If it looks worn out earlier, change it immediately.
• Brush for at least two minutes every time.

Hope this post helped you understand brushing better. Keep watching this space for more tips on improving your dental health.

Happy smiling!

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