{"id":443,"date":"2023-06-20T15:44:14","date_gmt":"2023-06-20T22:44:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbandentalcentre.com\/ottawa-dentist\/?p=443"},"modified":"2024-02-19T14:09:46","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T22:09:46","slug":"how-to-properly-brush-your-teeth-ottawa-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbandentalcentre.com\/ottawa-dentist\/how-to-properly-brush-your-teeth-ottawa-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Properly Brush Your Teeth | Ottawa Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/urbandentalcentre.com\/ottawa-dentist\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/78652984-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"how to properly brush your teeth, woman with toothbrush\" class=\"wp-image-223\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5;object-fit:cover;width:423px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully, you are brushing twice per day, every day, practicing those tips and tricks you learned as a kid. If you aren\u2019t brushing twice daily, or are wondering if your technique is giving you the clean you need, here are some easy brushing dos and don\u2019ts to keep in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>What You Should Do<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Use a 45-degree angle when brushing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Use short, side-to-side strokes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Brush gently, a light touch helps prevent wear and tear on your enamel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Brush at least twice a day, especially after consuming something sugary or acidic<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Change your <a href=\"http:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=toothbrush&amp;source=lnms&amp;tbm=shop&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjdsKfPiaX8AhVpHUQIHdz2AFgQ_AUoAXoECAEQAw&amp;biw=1536&amp;bih=714&amp;dpr=1.25\">toothbrush<\/a> every 3-4 months<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Brush for a full 2 minutes; set a timer if you need to<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Allow your toothbrush to air dry<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Store your toothbrush in the medicine cabinet away from other bathroom germs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Use a soft-bristled toothbrush that is gentle on your tooth enamel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Things You Should Not Do<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Store your toothbrush on the sink counter where bathroom particles can get on it<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep your brush flat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use long strokes, short strokes are more effective<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brush with force<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Use the same toothbrush for life<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Brush for less than two minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep your toothbrush in a closed container<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a stiff bristle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you keep these tips and tricks in mind, your enamel and overall oral health will be much better off for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Schedule your appointment today. 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