How Brushing Teeth Is Important For Oral Health?

By Author: Dr Hema Patel Breedlove
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Cleaning of teeth involves the application of toothpaste, which is usually some mild abrasive paste with disinfectant and cleaning formulation. The second stage involves using the applied paste and toothbrush to dislodge the plaque and particles from your mouth. The third involves rinsing.

Our oral health is one thing that we cannot compromise on. Healthy teeth and gums play a big role in ingestion, and because of a lifetime of use and sometimes abuse, we find ourselves with dental challenges that we have not thought of. Challenges such as Gingivitis and Periodontitis are some of the more serious conditions that our teeth and gums are susceptible to, but with simple daily routines, the risk factor is reduced immensely.

The Correct Toothbrush
Toothbrushes, as many a dentist will tell you, are used to dislodge and remove food particles and plaque on the teeth. This is important because some bacteria can easily make home in the mouth and cause serious infections. That being the basic requirement of a toothbrush, why can't just any kind do? The first thing to consider is the bristles. The basic principle being ...
... that the bristles should be hard enough to remove the plaque but soft enough not to damage the teeth. Brushing teeth using a harder than needed toothbrush can compromise the integrity of enamel on the teeth's surface and introduce a range of problems that can cause some serious conditions like sensitivity and sleep apnea. The toothbrush should be comfortable to handle with easy to grip handles. You don't want your daily exercise compounded by exertion and discomfort.

The Correct Technique
The objective in brushing your teeth is to clean all the crevices, tooth surfaces and sometimes the tongue from plaque. Cleaning involves the application of toothpaste, which is normally some mild abrasive paste with disinfectant and cleaning formulation. As your dentist will tell you, the second stage involves using the applied paste and toothbrush to dislodge the plaque and particles from your mouth. The third involves rinsing. In all the three stages, the following principles apply:

Brush the front, rear and top of every tooth.
Brush every tooth.
Floss out any deposits between the teeth.
Rinse thoroughly.

These principles should keep you occupied for the minimum time recommended for brushing your teeth. Sometimes it helps to start with the teeth farthest away from the mouth in order to ensure thorough finish, you may get tired sooner if you begin with your front teeth.

About Toothpaste
There are many recommendations out there for the right kind of toothpaste, most of which contain whitening, disinfectant and abrasive foamy agents which act on the teeth. The only advice worth listening to is one about products that have been signed off by regulatory bodies and have stood the test of time in delivering quality health products. Remember, you may have the best toothpaste, but it is only as good as how well you use it. Using this simple routine, even hot salty water can suffice in cleaning your teeth effectively. Sometimes debates on electrical toothbrushes and extra strong toothpaste formulas always end in blank space with lack of proper use. Dental health is all about sustained efforts to sustain oral health.

Talking to any dentist in Fremont California, and they will advise you on using the toothbrush effectively.

Author of this article is associated with Smile Plus Dentistry that offers cosmetic dentistry in San Jose and Fremont.