By Arthur Kezian

A general dentist would recommend brushing your teeth twice to three times a day. It helps remove the food particles left behind in the tiny walls of your teeth - removing the plaque that gathers around the teeth and gums. The American Dental Association firmly believes that the acid in plaque is very harmful for your teeth. It’s very important to remove the hidden plaque. The bristles in the toothbrush must be applied to the teeth regularly and correctly. It’s very important to remove plaque right away so it may not produce tartar.

Mistakes While Tooth Brushing

Tooth Brushing Techniques

In your daily life, tooth brushing is important but only if you do it correctly. Most of the people around us are not aware of the accurate way to brush your teeth. There are major mistakes people make while brushing their teeth.

Firstly, people are not aware of the right toothbrush to choose. The handle has to be comfortable enough to hold and must feel comfortable in the mouth. Furthermore, it is your choice to choose between electric or manual brush.

Secondly, it’s important to check whether the bristles are hard or soft. They should be neither soft nor hard, taking the plaque out from the gums and causing the least damage to the teeth.

Thirdly, most people don’t brush their teeth regularly or brush under 2 minutes which is simply not enough. Others brush for more than 4-5 times a day with hard bristles, and damage their teeth and gums in the process.

Lastly, long and horizontal strokes across the teeth and damage your gum line. Also, many forget to brush the inner tooth surface where the real bacteria lay. It’s important to change your tooth brush regularly so the brush is clean of bacteria and the bristles less coarse and damaging.

Dentists have found that this is common with most patients - People are simply not aware of the correct way of brushing teeth. Dr. Kezian emphasizes over and over again to his patients that tooth brushing is an art. Most often, you’ll find parents teaching their children to brush their teeth with a horizontal side to side motion which gives them a bad hygienic foundation. The following is the proper way to brush your teeth:

Correct Way Of Brushing

  • Use a good tooth brush that’s not too hard or too soft
  • Wet your tooth brush a bit
  • Put a small amount of tooth paste on your brush
  • Tilt the brush at a 45 degree angle towards the gums and brush in a circular or up and down motion
  • Brush your molars
  • Brush the hidden portion of your teeth
  • Rinse out your mouth
  • Rinse off your tooth brush
  • Use a good mouth wash

The above is a great way to take care of your teeth. Proper tooth brushing is very important. Through this, you can reduce the effect of bacteria damage to your teeth. Dr. Kezian is working hard to spread awareness regarding brushing properly. There are few more preventatives that dentists encourage their patients to take:

Preventive Measures for Healthy Teeth

  • Replace your tooth brush with a new brush after 3-5 months
  • Rinse off the tooth brush well after use
  • Place it in a dry and clean place
  • Use a good medicated toothpaste
  • Do not share your tooth brush with anyone
  • Visit your dentist on a regular basis

Tooth Brushing Techniques

In conclusion, protect your teeth and be loyal with yourself. Only your dentist can provide you with the best suggestions tailored for you in particular. Brushing is an art form that Dr. Kezian is happy to teach you! Make an appointment and be on your way to achieving amazing results and oral hygiene.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS - 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 https://www.drkezian.com