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What
is the Best Way To Brush Your Teeth?
Recently
a colleague of mine shared this article published in the Business Insider
Singapore. I think this is one of the best article I have read on brushing
teeth. Taking care of your teeth is important — the consequences of not having
good oral health are horrifying.
Here’s
what you need to know:
The toothbrush: Unless your dentist advises otherwise, it
doesn’t matter whether you use a regular toothbrush or an electric one — that
you use it is what counts. Electric brushes may be helpful for people with
reduced mobility who have a harder time reaching the inside surfaces of
teeth. Many toothbrushes fit these requirements, but the American Dental
Association has a list of approved toothbrushes.
The
toothpaste: The key
ingredient in all toothpastes, including traditional and “natural” products, is
cavity-fighting fluoride. While some toothpastes may be specially formulated to
fight gingivitis or to whiten teeth, they must contain fluoride must contain in order to receive the
ADA-approval seal.
Dental
Floss: Brushing
your teeth can’t remove all the plaque from your mouth — it builds up in
between teeth, and needs to be removed. Otherwise, that buildup can become
problematic and can lead to gum disease, bad breath, and tooth loss.
Mouthwash: Mouthwash is a supplement to good oral
health, but it’s not essential like flossing and brushing.
Brushing
methods:
The
modified Bass, which the study found most frequently recommended for adults,
involves holding the brush at a 45 degree angle to teeth, moving it back and
forth and then brushing down to remove plaque.
Such an informative article, very helpful for me!
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