Proper dental hygiene and professional dental care are the cornerstones of quality oral health. Even if you have a top-notch dental care team, you can’t achieve a truly healthy smile without a top-notch at-home dental hygiene routine. Brushing and flossing your teeth are the cornerstones of dental hygiene and, today, Livonia, MI dentist Dr. James Stewart wants to discuss the most common brushing mistakes and how to remedy them.
Top 10 Toothbrushing Mistakes
- Choosing the wrong toothbrush: Of course, the “right” toothbrush is all relative, but the best way to choose the right toothbrush for you is to consider the size of your mouth and your unique dental needs. Don’t choose a brush that causes you to strain your mouth while brushing. Also, make sure the handle is comfortable in your hand and that you follow your personal preference when deciding between a manual and an electric toothbrush.
- Choosing the wrong bristles: Although the cleanliness of your teeth is more related to your brushing technique than the type of bristles on your toothbrush, choosing a brush with the right bristles is important to your overall oral health. A brush with stiff or coarse bristles, for example, can aggravate gum tissue. In most cases, the American Dental Association recommends soft-bristled brushes. (more…)