What is the correct way to brush teeth?
It is recommended that you take at least two minutes to clean teeth thoroughly, twice a day. Move the brush-head from gum line to the tip of the tooth. Work systematically around the outside, inside and biting surfaces of all your teeth. Pay particular attention to the gum line and any problem areas your dentist identifies. Hold the brush at a 45° angle against the gum line, brush gently using a soft toothbrush so you don’t damage your gums.
• Use round circular movements • Start with the lower jaw and work your way around the other teeth, including the back of the molars, then repeat for the inner area of the teeth • Brush the biting surfaces of teeth with a straight-across movement • Be careful not to brush too hard, as you can damage teeth enamel and cause gums to recede.
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