Teeth-Cleaning Tips

Teeth-Cleaning Tips

Are you hitting the mark when it comes to good oral care?

Generally, your teeth and gums should not bleed, be painful, or feel rough or sharp to your tongue. Your breath should be fresh for at least a couple of hours after brushing in the morning and after having eaten breakfast.

One of the easiest ways to prevent gum disease is to clean your teeth properly, so try these tips for a healthier mouth.

Rinse Your Mouth

You should use mouthwash twice a day and slash your risk of gum disease by 60 percent. Ideally you should aim to rinse for about 30 seconds with a mouthwash that is alcohol free and has microbial protection to fight plaque and gingivitis.

Floss First

You should floss before you brush your teeth, rather than after. This will ensure that you brush away any food that was stuck between your teeth to prevent bacteria from growing.

Get the Right Toothbrush

Soft or extra soft bristles are the best. When a person uses a medium or hard-bristled toothbrush, it literally scratches the tissue away over time, exposes the root surface underneath and leads to possible bone loss.

Brush Smart

To really clean your teeth, aim to brush them for a full two minutes. Make sure you brush both your tongue and cheeks as well as the chewing surfaces to improve the removal of harmful bacteria in the crevices. Remember to replace your toothbrush about every three months.