6 BAD BRUSHING HABITS YOU NEED TO AVOID

Your teeth are relatively fragile, and brushing too hard can leave notches near the gum line that are known as abfraction lesions. Over time, these can get worse and do damage to the inner parts of the teeth.

Brushing Too Hard

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Brushing side to side can damage the enamel, so make sure you’re brushing in small circles with the brush at a 45 degree angle to your teeth.

Brushing Side to Side

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Most people only brush for a minute or so, despite the fact that dentists recommend brushing for 2-3 minutes. So the next time you brush your teeth, take a watch in with you and time yourself.

A Too Short Brush Time

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If you want to avoid damaging your teeth, then you need to make sure you’re using a soft brush. You should also get a new brush every 3 months.

The Wrong Brush

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Baking soda might get all the stains off your teeth but it’s also really abrasive and can damage the enamel.

Using Damaging Toothpaste

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Flossing may seem like just another extra job you have to do that’s easily forgotten, but it’s essential for the health of your teeth. 

Failing to Floss

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