Sunday, January 11, 2009

Dental Care - Brushing and Flossing tips

As a result of brushing and flossing May contain suggestions general guidelines, you should see a dental hygienist to ensure that you are using a technique that is suitable for you!
Brushing Tips :-

* Use a soft bristle brush, preferably with a smooth, synthetic bristles. Research of the American Dental Association seal of approval. Replace your toothbrush every two to three months or when the bristles become worn or bent. A worn toothbrush does not properly clean the teeth, and in May actually harm your gums. You also need to replace your toothbrush after a cold.
* Make sure the brush is the right size (in general, is less than the highest).
* Place the bristles at an angle of 45 degrees to the rubber, and slide the tip of the brush under the gums.
* Jiggle the bristles gently or move in small circles on teeth and gums.
* Brush outside, inside and chewing surfaces of teeth. For chewing surfaces, use a light and movement.
* For front teeth, brush the inside surface of the upper and lower jaws: Tilt the brush vertically and make more moves up and down with the front brush your teeth and gum tissue.
* Brush your tongue will help freshen breath. Debris and bacteria can collect on the tongue and cause bad breath.
* Because your toothbrush can clean one or two teeth at a time, to change its position of each tooth properly.
* Brush at least once every day, preferably before going to bed. Adding a brush time after breakfast, is to increase the opportunities for thorough removal of plaque daily.
* Take your time: A thorough brushing should take at least 3 minutes.
* Do not brush your teeth too hard, and do not use toothbrush bristles, as it causes the gums and exposes them to reduce the root surfaces. It also focuses on the structure of the tooth. Both conditions can lead to tooth sensitivity.
* The size of a pea amount of fluoride toothpaste is sufficient.
* Replace the brush when the bristles start to spread, like a toothbrush is not wearing clean your teeth.

Tips for flossing :-

* Wrap around 18 cm around the wire of your hand.
* Hold the line, using the thumb and forefinger, and guide them gently between the teeth. Not "break" the thread, because it can reduce the gums!
* When the wire reaches the rubber in a curve-shaped C against a tooth and slide it gently into the space between the gum and teeth until you feel the pressure on the tooth.
* Scrape gently on the side of the tooth with dental floss.
* Repeat this method on all of your teeth.
* Move to a clean area of floss after one or two teeth.

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