Brushing

Brushing your teeth is an integral part of any oral health routine.

• Brush twice a day to remove food debris and prevent plaque build up
• Brush your tongue too!  This helps to remove bacteria and freshen your breath
• Use a soft bristled brush that easily fits in your mouth
• Place the toothbrush at a 45 degree angel to the teeth and brush up and down using gentle, short strokes
• Make sure you brush all your teeth, paying careful attention to the ones all the way up the back. These can be easy to miss
• Clean the outer tooth surfaces, inner tooth surfaces and chewing surfaces of your teeth
• Replace your brush once the bristles become frayed or worn.  This will be around every three months
• Follow brushing your teeth with flossing and then rinse with mouthwash