Use the right brush and floss
Your teeth are exposed every day to acid attacks that attack the enamel and cause cavities. Because these attacks originate from the plaque, it is important that you remove the plaque properly. Not only with a brush, but also with floss, sticks or brushes.
Brushing the teeth is a daily habit for many people. It is often so common that it is easy to forget the basic rules for a good brushing. So here’s a summary of the most important points.
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A good brushing takes two minutes, even with an electric brush.
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If you brush your teeth half an hour after breakfast and before going to bed, that is generally enough as far as brushing is concerned.
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A good toothbrush has a head that is not too large, so that it can reach everything well. Furthermore, he has not too hard bristles, so as not to damage the gums. The bristles should also be slightly apart, so that your food remains can easily be removed from the brush.
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In any case, take a new toothbrush every three months. If the bristles start to separate, you should replace it sooner.
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Make sure you brush all teeth and molars. Brush according to a fixed method, so that you are less likely to forget a tooth.
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Preferably brush with a fluoride toothpaste. Fluoride strengthens the enamel, making it less likely to cause cavities. For children, choose a special children’s toothpaste that contains less fluoride.
brushing techniques
Dentists often recommend the following two brushing methods. The first is the Bass method. With this method of brushing, you place the brush at an angle – at an angle of 45 degrees – on the border of gums and teeth. This way you can rid the teeth and the edge under the gums of plaque. With the Bass method, you make a few short, back-and-forth movements in the same place over and over.
With the ‘circular brushing method’ you place the bristles of the toothbrush perpendicular to the row of teeth. With the brush you make small, circular movements, taking all teeth and a small part of the gums with you. Make sure that you do not make the circular movements too large. It is best to hold the toothbrush like a pen.
between your teeth
In addition to brushing twice a day, it is important to clean the space between your teeth daily. Depending on the space between your teeth, you can do this with floss, toothpicks or brushes. Which aids you need can differ per tooth or molar. Be careful not to damage the gums.
beautiful pink
Your gums are a good indicator of the health of your teeth. Inflamed gums often indicate poor cleaning. You can recognize healthy gums because it hardly bleeds and looks beautiful pink – not red.
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