In this time of self isolation, we’re going back to the basics.
If you think you’ve been brushing right, then get ready to be shocked.
1. Brushing less than 2 minutes:
never be in a hurry, 2 minutes is the recommended time by dentists to brush your teeth.
2. Rinsing your mouth with water after brushing: it reduces the efficacy of the fluoride but habits die hard don’t they? So make conscious effort from henceforth. You can use a mouthwash instead.
3.Using your brush for too long: aunty, uncle, after three months, please change your brush, if not the bristles won’t brush your teeth well. This also extends to having the wrong toothbrush, when it comes to brushing, the softer, the better.
4 Not cleaning your tongue: when you brush your tongue, it helps to get rid of bad breath.
5. Brushing hard and in up-to-down motion: it’s better to brush in circles and softly.
6. Random brushing: brushing is an art not a chore so please try to maintain a rough 45° angle, your if you buy a good brush, I’m sure you would notice it is slightly bent, it helps with discolouration.
6. Switch things up a bit. Change your brushing style once in a while. Start from an unfamiliar spot and you just may be surprised by the result.
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8. Brushing right after eating may damage enamel especially after foods containing citric acid which softens the enamel.
9. Sharing toothbrushes: this facilitates sharing bacteria from mouth to mouth.
10.Storing brush in the bathroom might not be the best idea, germs may settle on the bristles, so try storing it elsewhere.
This list has been compiled from various articles just for your dental care. Hope you enjoyed it.
After this, get ready to smile with confidence when the lockdown is eased.
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Thank you so much for reading.
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OMO AYAN
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