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• Part 1 of 3: Using the right tools
• Tips
• Warnings
• Necessities

Brushing your teeth isn't just good for a whiter smile and fresher breath, it's important for your overall health. When you brush, you remove plaque - a thin layer of bacteria that sticks to your teeth and causes cavities and gum disease, and if you ignore it long enough, even your teeth can fall out!

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Part 1 of 3: Using the right tools

1. Rinse your mouth with salt water (optional). Salt water kills bad bacteria on your teeth. It is said that salt water is too acidic and can erode teeth if used too often. So don't use it too often.
   • For a complete antibacterial treatment, rinse with a chlorhexidine mouthwash before going to bed (do not use for more than two weeks in a row).
2. Don't forget to brush your teeth at least twice a day. Most dentists recommend brushing your teeth twice a day - once in the morning and once before going to bed. If you can add a third time at noon, that's great! Try to brush at a 45 ° angle, as this will remove more plaque and food residue than if you don't. Try not to eat too much snack between meals, as this will increase the amount of food residues and bacteria in your mouth.

Tips

• Don't try to get a very large amount of toothpaste on your brush. You only need a pea-sized amount.
• Do not use a hard toothbrush or brush too hard, as this can damage your gums.
• Brush your tongue and your palate for fresher breath.
• Use an alcohol-free mouthwash.
• If you can't brush after a meal, by all means rinse your mouth with water to loosen any food residue.
• Brush for at least two minutes.
• If your gums are bleeding quickly, it may be a sign that you have gum disease (gingivitis). Go to the dentist. Gingivitis is a serious cause of not only tooth loss and bad breath, but also inflamed heart valves. If your gums are bleeding, don't stop brushing, use a softer brush.
• Brush a little longer on the places where it is needed.
• Use a brush with short bristles. You can only brush up and down properly if you use short bristles. Long hair requires greater movement, which is often impossible if your mouth is a bit smaller.
• There are also toothbrushes with an alarm clock in it, so you know when you have brushed long enough.
• After eating, wait 10 minutes before brushing.
• Wait at least 45 minutes before brushing after drinking lemonade, wine, or acidic juices such as orange juice. Lemonade and juice leave acids on the teeth, and brushing can even damage the enamel.

Warnings

• Do not swallow toothpaste or mouthwash. They contain chemicals that are toxic if you swallow them, such as ammonia and cetylpyridinium chloride
• Don't skip brushing - it can cause dental erosion.
• Don't brush too hard. Gums are very sensitive tissue.
• Wait at least 45 minutes after consuming acidic food or drink before brushing to prevent enamel erosion.
• Never use someone else's toothbrush. You can transmit germs, bacteria and diseases through microscopic cuts in your mouth.
• Replace your toothbrush every 3 months. Split bristles can damage gums.

Necessities

• Dental floss
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Water
• Mouthwash (optional)
• Salt water (optional)