How to brush your teeth correctly?

Who can't brush their teeth, but not many people master the correct brushing method. Improper brushing methods have accumulated over the years and become a habit, which not only fails to effectively clean the teeth, but also damages the teeth and gums. For example, some people like to use the horizontal brushing method, but as a result, a wedge-shaped defect appears on the surface of the teeth, causing the teeth to be hypersensitive to cold and heat, and even lead to nerve exposure and fracture of the teeth in severe cases; some people regard brushing as a very casual thing. Brush, if you are sleepy or tired, you simply don't brush, or brush a few hastily.

The correct brushing method should be "exclusive, step by step", in terms of method and time. The most advocated brushing method includes the "vertical brushing method", which does not hurt the teeth, but also brushes cleanly, and has a massage effect on the gums and promotes blood circulation. When brushing your teeth, first place the toothbrush at the junction of the gums and the teeth, at a 45-degree angle, and press down gently or vibrate slightly in the local area. Note that this is the main accumulation area of ​​food residues after meals. Then use the rotational force of the wrist to slide or roll the toothbrush on the tooth surface, or place the toothbrush at the junction of the tooth and the gum, and gently clean the teeth in a circular trajectory.

In addition, brushing your teeth should be careful, not too hasty, at least 3 to 5 minutes to brush all parts of the teeth; brushing your teeth once a day in the morning and evening, in order to achieve the purpose of eliminating dental plaque. Brushing your teeth is the basic task of oral health care. If you brush your teeth incorrectly, it will be futile to go to the dentist to do more repairs and cleanings.