Healthier gums need gentle brushing
In this video I demonstrate how to brush your teeth correctly so that you can clean the enamel thoroughly, without hurting your gums in the process.
Incorrect toothbrushing technique can contribute to receding gums, bleeding gums and even gum disease so brushing the right way does more than just clean your teeth, it protects your gums.
Choosing a toothbrush
Electric or manual, the most important quality is the softness of the bristles. Always choose the softest bristles you can find.
An electric toothbrush will exaggerate the risks of poor brushing technique so I recommend practicing correct brushing with a manual toothbrush before you start using an electric.
Electric brushes are especially valuable for people who have trouble keeping their wisdom or back molars clean. They are also helpful for people who don’t have enough strength or stamina to brush thoroughly for 2-3 minutes at a time.
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- Evaluate whether an issue needs a dentist urgently or can wait
- Manage issues with holistic home remedies until normal dental services resume
No white knuckles
Are you squeezing the toothbrush handle in a death grip? A tight, white knuckled grip at the base of the handle means you are probably brushing too hard!
Practice holding the brush lightly between your finger tips, near the bristles. This way you have more fine motor control.
Don’t scrub
Gently polish each surface of each tooth individually with a gentle flicking motion, moving the bristles away from the gums.
One of the ways that gums are attached to the teeth is with microscopic fibres that can break really easily, so never push the tips of the bristles into the gum line.
To clean the enamel closest to the gums place the sides of the bristles against the gum line, so the tips of the bristles are touching the enamel. Then just wriggle the bristles in place. It will be easier to understand if you watch the video!
Take your time
If this is a new way of brushing for you, take as long as you need to retrain your muscle memory to the new grip and motions of gentle brushing. Even once you have the hang of it, toothbrushing thoroughly and gently should take you at least 2-3 minutes each time.
Rather than resenting and rushing through your oral hygiene every day, treat it as a mini moving meditation where you have a chance to lavish yourself with loving attention.
Register now to watch the Holistic Tooth Fairy’s FREE online workshop recording on how to maintain oral health at home. Learn how to:
- Prevent dental emergencies with teeth & gum nourishing foods, herbs and supplements
- Protect your gums by fine tuning your oral hygiene habits
- Relieve jaw tension to avoid breaking enamel or fillings
- Do your own oral health self assessments to identify any issues
- Evaluate whether an issue needs a dentist urgently or can wait
- Manage issues with holistic home remedies until normal dental services resume
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