“Not Changing the Toothbrush Often Enough” Maintaining a healthy smile and beautiful teeth requires brushing and flossing; however, it is also important to follow a few simple rules when it relates to brushing to avoid certain mistakes. Orthodontists recognizes the need to avoid tooth brushing mistakes. A common mistake is replacing the toothbrush irregularly or at inappropriate times. Using a…
“Not Letting the Toothbrush Dry” Maintaining your toothbrush is an essential part of a healthy smile. Since the bacteria that cause gum disease and dental health concerns are killed by exposure to the air, letting a brush dry completely before using it again prevents tooth brushing mistakes. Caring for a Toothbrush There are three things to consider when caring for…
“Not Following Up With a Rinse” Brushing teeth is one of the most misunderstood practices in health today. Considered simple by many, there are actually a lot of ways that people brush that causes irritation and does not lead to maximum results. Whenever visiting an orthodontic office, it is important you know exactly what an orthodontist is going to be…
“Skipping Inner Tooth Surfaces” One of the worst tooth brushing mistakes that people wearing braces make is skipping their inner tooth surfaces, leading to a buildup of plaque in difficult to reach places. It is important that every part of a tooth is brushed thoroughly to remove debris to prevent cavities and halitosis. While it may require more time to…
“Starting in the Same Place Each Time” Most mature individuals have 32 teeth in their mouth. Each of those teeth need to be cleaned in such a way that all plaque is eliminated from the surfaces of the tooth’s enamel. Despite the need for such intricate cleansing methods, some people still make simple tooth brushing mistakes. Such tooth brushing mistakes…
“Not Brushing Correctly” Tooth brushing is an integral part of dental health whether a person has natural teeth or braces. Many orthodontic customers come to the office with cavities and other dental problems because they do not brush their teeth properly. Such patients indulge in various tooth brushing mistakes that make their mouths susceptible to growing bacteria. The following are…
“Brushing Too Often or Too Hard” Visiting an orthodontic office and discussing Invisalign or other treatments with a professional orthodontist provides an opportunity to identify other mistakes and problems. Although brushing is an important part of maintaining healthy teeth, mistakes cause damage to the enamel or harm the gums. Learning to brush properly is essential for braces or Invisalign Teen…
Tooth Brushing Mistake No. 3 – “Not Brushing Often Enough or Long Enough” While you know that having your kids brush their teeth on a daily basis is essential, are they brushing as much as they should? One of the most common tooth brushing mistakes kids make is not doing it frequently enough and not spending enough time brushing each…
“Not Picking the Right Bristles“ Selecting an appropriate tooth brush is an important part of obtaining a healthy and beautiful smile. Inappropriate bristles damage the gums or do not brush well enough for personal needs. Recognizing the right bristles will make it easier to determine the next course of action for future brushing. Basic Needs Since an individual with braces…
While traditional braces work well, they are uncomfortable, unsightly, and make it hard to clean your teeth. One of the great new alternatives to brackets and braces, especially for young people, is Invisalign Teen. This system moves the teeth over time. You can remove the appliance for regular brushing and flossing of the teeth, keeping them free of tartar. The…