What is the proper way to brushing your teeth?!
Question:
What is the proper way to brushing your teeth?
Answers:
THe proper way to brush is called the MODIFIED STILLMAN'S method.
This is widely excepted as the most effective measure for the removal of plaque around the gumline, this area being the most significant in the control of early and advanced gum disease.
Floss first! Flossing first help remove the plaque bacteria that hide between your teeth, and brushing second helps to remove this bacteria from your mouth.
Direct the brush towards the roots of the teeth at a 45º angle. Press lightly and then gently, with quick and gentle movement, flick the brush down in one sweeping motion. Continue this around the top and bottom teeth, overlapping teeth as you brush. Do this along the lingual (inside, tongue side or backside of your teeth) surfaces of your teeth. When you get to lingual parts of your front top and bottom teeth, turn your brush so that it is vertical in your hand, and flick outward toward your bathroom mirror, and upward for the bottom teeth.
The bitting edge, or occlusal surface, of your teeth is done with tiny circular motions to remove plaque from the grooves of your teeth. NEVER SCRUB YOUR TEETH OR GUMS!! Scrubbing leads to irritation and recession of your gums, and can damage your teeth, making them sensitive.
Your tongue should never be forgotten. Put your brush at the back or base of your tongue and brush straight dowm to the tip. Do this about 4-5 times. NEVER SCRUB YOUR TONGUE! It could damage the tiny bumps on your tongue.
Hope this help!