{"id":3707,"date":"2018-07-27T09:27:46","date_gmt":"2018-07-27T09:27:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/?p=3707"},"modified":"2022-03-16T08:05:39","modified_gmt":"2022-03-16T08:05:39","slug":"things-you-didnt-know-about-brushing-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/things-you-didnt-know-about-brushing-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things You Didn\u2019t Know About Brushing Your Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s time to brush up on your tooth brushing facts.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Chances are, you don\u2019t spend that much time thinking about brushing your teeth – it\u2019s just something you do when you wake up and before you go to sleep. But the humble toothbrush is actually a pretty crucial part of our lives that does more than just keep our smiles wide and bright. <\/span><\/p>\n

To celebrate all things oral-care related, here are 5 facts about brushing that are the tooth and nothing but the tooth!<\/span><\/p>\n

1.Too Close for Comfort<\/h2>\n

It may not be something you think about – or want to think about – but the aerosal affect when your toilet is flushed is, well, a thing. It’s recommended to keep your tooth brush at least 3 feet from the toilet (and even a little ways away from the edge of the sink, since a lot of dirty hands will be washed there).<\/p>\n

Of course, not everyone has the luxury of a giant washroom, so always opt for more hygienic bristle options<\/a>, and give your brush a thorough rinse before and after use!<\/p>\n

2.Brushing for Better Health<\/h2>\n

Anyone who has seen a toothpaste commercial can tell you that brushing your teeth regularly can help prevent gingivitis and other oral diseases that lead to tooth decay, but did you know a healthy mouth has much more far-reaching effects on the body?<\/span><\/p>\n

Periodontal diseases are infections of the structures around the teeth, which includes the gums – <\/span>bleeding when brushing or flossing<\/span><\/a> can be a sign of this. And, according to the NHS, there seems to be a link between periodontal diseases and other bodily afflictions, \u201cfor <\/strong><\/span>example cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, Parkinson\u2019s disease, Alzheimer\u2019s disease, psoriasis<\/a>, and respiratory infections<\/strong>\u201d.**<\/span><\/p>\n

3.Sharing is Caring<\/h2>\n

More than half of people surveyed said they\u2019d be cool with sharing their toothbrush – 24% with a partner, 18% with a child, 7% with a friend and 6% with a celeb. <\/span><\/p>\n

While \u2018monkey see, monkey do\u2019 is <\/span>a great way to get kids brushing<\/span><\/a>, we recommend getting a brush that\u2019s <\/span>the right size for their little mouths<\/span><\/a> and developing chompers. And as for partners and friends, well, sometimes <\/span>a gift set <\/span><\/a>is a more highly appreciated gesture!<\/span><\/p>\n

4.About Brushing Before Getting Busy…<\/h2>\n

Speaking of partners, when it\u2019s time to get up close and personal, you\u2019d think it makes sense to give your teeth a vigorous brush right? Well, sexual health educators suggest sticking to a mouthwash rinse right before and after instead:<\/span><\/p>\n

Those same little cuts that brushing too hard with a standard brush can cause make you more vulnerable to sexually transmitted infections during oral sex if you\u2019re not also using a barrier method. Brush well ahead, or stick to a super soft silicone brush like <\/span>ISSA 2 Sensitive<\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

5.A Day Well Spent<\/h2>\n

The average American will spend 38 days of their life brushing – if they\u2019re sticking to the recommended 2 minutes per session. While the right song can help you stick to this ideal brushing time<\/a>, you can also choose a brush that gives you instant feedback. <\/span>ISSA mini 2<\/span><\/a> is a smaller sized brush (perfect for brushing on the go) with a little smiley face that lights up when you\u2019re done!<\/span><\/p>\n

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** https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5508374\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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