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Brushing Basics: Easy as A, B, C

March 10, 2015 By Caroline Jacobson

Brushing may be as simple as “Do, re, mi,” but many people are still doing it incorrectly.  Forget reading, writing and arithmetic (for now). We’re ‘gonna teach you how to get an A (in brushing). 

It’s as easy as… 

A.   A toothbrush and toothpaste

Start your routine with a soft, nylon based toothbrush. Use a pea-sized amount of ADA-approved toothpaste.

B.   Brush in big circles

Shake it, shake it baby! Move the toothbrush back and forth in short circular strokes. Pay special attention to the gum line (where the teeth and gums meet).

C.   Clean all surfaces of the teeth

Brush the outer surfaces, the inner surfaces and the chewing surfaces. Concentrate harder on the inner surfaces – studies show they’re often neglected.

1.   Use perfect pressure

Hard brushing can damage your tooth enamel. Remember to brush like a Jackson 5 ballad – smooth and gentle.  

2.   Brush your tongue

This will remove other bacteria and help freshen your breath.

3.   Sing a simple melody 

Brush at least 2 times a day for 2 minutes. After all, 2 + 2 makes more (smiles). 

That’s how easy grins can be.

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