When taking care of your mouth at home, it is good to know that you are doing the right things. Here at Greenville Family Dentistry of Greenville, TX, we want our patients to know the correct way to brush teeth so it is helpful; not harmful.
Brushing should be done two or three times per day. Two times is the minimum, but brushing excessively may actually harm the teeth. In addition, you should always wait at least a half an hour after eating to brush your teeth. The acid in foods can soften teeth, and when brushed right away, this may wear away enamel.
Brushing should be done with a light touch. Abrasive brushing may wear down enamel and irritate gums. In order to remove plaque and other debris, a light touch is all that is needed.
When brushing your teeth, make sure to make it last for a full two minutes. All surfaces of your teeth need attention; the insides, the fronts, the chewing surfaces, and the backs of the back molars. Also brush your tongue, the roof of your mouth, and the insides of your cheeks!
Taking care of your mouth at home is just as important as routine visits to the dentist! To schedule your cleaning in our Greenville, TX dental office, call Greenville Family Dentistry at (903) 455-6701 or visit our website, www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com.
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