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  Tooth Brushing

Tooth-brushing is essential for cleaning teeth and gums effectively. Use a toothbrush with soft, nylon, round-ended bristles that will not scratch and irritate teeth or damage gums.

toothbrushing step 1Place bristles along the gumline at a 45-degree angle. Bristles should contact both the tooth surface and the gumline.

 


toothbrushing step 2 Gently brush the outer tooth surfaces of 2-3 teeth using a vibrating back & forth rolling motion. Move brush to the next group of 2-3 teeth and repeat.

 


toothbrushing step 3
Maintain a 45-degree angle with bristles contacting the tooth surface and gumline. Gently brush using back, forth, and rolling motion along all of the inner tooth surfaces.



toothbrushing step 4Tilt brush vertically behind the front teeth. Make several up & down strokes using the front half of the brush.





toothbrushing step 5Place the brush against the biting surface of the teeth & use a gentle back & forth scrubbing motion. Brush the tongue from back to front to remove odor-producing bacteria.

 



Remember to replace your toothbrush every three to four months.

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October 10, 2003
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