Is Excessive Brushing Harmful?

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Is Excessive Brushing Harmful?
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Weve all heard the advice of brushing ones
teeth twice a day, but what if you brush your
teeth excessively? Though it may seem like youre
giving your teeth extra protection by brushing
them more than the dentist's recommendation, its
probably doing you more harm than good.
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Want to avoid brushing your teeth excessively?
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Go over the following tips below to find out how.
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Replace Your Toothbrush Regularly
Once you start brushing, though, the bristles
will get worn down and they will revert to their
original, serrated form. Also, when the bristles
become splayed, you know its time to buy a new
toothbrush.
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To prevent the likelihood of gum damage, wear on
the dentin, and root area, its essential to get
a soft-bristled toothbrush. Even if youre used
to a medium or hard-bristled one, youll quickly
notice the difference by making the switch
Buy a Soft-Bristled Toothbrush
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Brush for Two to Three Minutes
Aside from using a soft-bristled toothbrush,
knowing how long you should brush your teeth is
also essential - too short, and you might miss
some bacteria or plaque, too long and you might
wear down the enamel.
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Dont Saw Your Toothbrush
The common way of brushing is by sawing the brush
back and forth along the teeth - which is wrong.
Instead, make sure that the tips of the bristles
are at a 45 angle to the gumline when youre
brushing. Doing this ensures the brush will be
able to reach the food particles, even those in
hard-to-reach places.
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