{"id":10804,"date":"2023-01-19T09:49:52","date_gmt":"2023-01-19T08:49:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/?p=10804"},"modified":"2023-01-19T09:49:21","modified_gmt":"2023-01-19T08:49:21","slug":"tooth-brushing-101-how-to-properly-brush-your-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/tooth-brushing-101-how-to-properly-brush-your-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Tooth Brushing 101: Why, When, and How to Build Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tooth brushing is an extremely important part, not just of your dental care, but of your overall health as well. Unfortunately, a lot of people are taking their teeth for granted.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Namely, the Academy of General Dentistry reports that the average person in America <\/span>brushes for only 45 to 70 seconds a day<\/span><\/a>, which could be the main reason why there are so many problems in dentistry. Cavity, gingivitis, plaque, painful chewing are just a few of them. <\/span>So, instead of risking big dental and health problems, learn everything you need to know about proper tooth brushing.<\/span><\/p>\n

The importance of tooth brushing<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you ever wonder what happens if you don\u2019t brush your teeth, the answer will show you that it\u2019s better to not even try with this experiment of \u2018not-brushing\u2019. <\/span>Cavity, plaque, bad breath, gingivitis are just some of the <\/b>dental ailments<\/b><\/a>. But, diabetes, blindness, or even a stroke are connected with poor dental hygiene.<\/span><\/p>\n

Healthy teeth<\/span><\/h3>\n

Around 2.3 billion people have decay<\/b> or permanent teeth due to improper dental care, which is why the <\/span>World Health Organization<\/span><\/a> declared it as a major <\/span>public health problem globally<\/b>. If you don\u2019t brush your teeth properly and regularly, acid from bacteria that are already in your mouth will start to attack your tooth enamel, the protective coating in your teeth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Healthy gums<\/span><\/h3>\n

Untreated cavities can lead to abscesses under the gums which potentially can be the cause of some form of periodontal disease, like <\/span>gingivitis or periodontitis<\/b>. Almost <\/span>50% of adults aged 30 years and older have periodontal disease <\/b>and even though some of these conditions are caused by genetics, brushing your teeth can <\/span>decrease the chance of developing gums infections and inflammation<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Healthy heart<\/span><\/h3>\n

Regular tooth brushing will eliminate bacteria that can easily end in your bloodstream and cause a stroke, just like the tooth abscess can spread to the brain, sinuses, heart, or lungs through the blood vessels and it can cause coma, sinus infection, bacterial endocarditis\u2026 Various studies have shown that <\/span>gum disease <\/b>is associated with an increased risk of <\/span>developing heart disease<\/b>. Also, <\/span>tooth loss<\/b> patterns are connected to <\/span>artery disease<\/b>. As you can see, <\/span>everything is connected<\/b>. With proper brushing, you are actually taking care of your teeth, gums, and \u2013 heart!<\/span><\/p>\n

Fresh breath<\/span><\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t underestimate the importance of fresh breath. It is a big <\/span>self-confidence and mood booster <\/b>that you can improve with a simple, but more than an effective trick \u2013 brushing!<\/span><\/p>\n

Simple steps for proper tooth brushing<\/span><\/h2>\n

There is a proven technique of tooth brushing that will give you results that you\u2019ll be able to see in a beautiful smile and healthy teeth.<\/span><\/h2>\n

How long should you brush your teeth?<\/span><\/h3>\n

According to the<\/span> American Dental Association<\/span><\/a> (ADA), <\/span>you should brush your teeth for two minutes<\/b>. If you brush your teeth less than that, there is a big chance that you won\u2019t remove as much plaque as you need to.<\/span><\/p>\n

How often should you brush your teeth?<\/span><\/h3>\n

You should brush your teeth <\/span>twice a day<\/b>, in the morning and before you go to sleep at night. Brushing your teeth in the morning will give you a fresh breath, and doing it at night will remove all the food residue from your teeth and mouth. If you go to bed without brushing your teeth, it means that your <\/span>teeth will be covered with bacteria until the morning<\/b>. While brushing your teeth twice a day is mandatory, you can brush your teeth after meals when you feel the need.<\/span><\/p>\n

Simple steps of brushing your teeth<\/span><\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s how to <\/span>correctly brush your teeth<\/b> in a few simple steps:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Add a small amount of toothpaste to your toothbrush<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Move a brush back and forth in short strokes<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Brush the chewing surface of your teeth in back and forth motion<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Brush your tongue to eliminate any bacterial residue<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Rinse out your mouth using water<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Don\u2019t forget to smile!\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n