Brushing in the Wrong Direction
Teeth should be brushed from top to bottom, starting from the junction of the teeth and gums. Movements forward, backward or upward cause withdrawals in their diet.
Use of Abrasive Toothpastes
Toothpastes contain various chemicals. The contents of pastes vary depending on the need and area of use. For example, some substances in whitening pastes cause wear on tooth enamel, and their amounts vary depending on the brand or paste. In general, fluoridated toothpastes are safe. Particular attention should be paid to patients suffering from tooth sensitivity and receding gums. In addition, attention should be paid to the use of home whitening kits and even mouthwashes. Your dentist will recommend the most appropriate paste according to your needs.
Brushing Teeth Immediately After Meals or Vomiting (especially in pregnant women)
One of the functions of saliva is to repair tooth enamel with the minerals it contains, and for this, it should be kept at least half an hour after meals. should be expected. Particular attention should be paid to the consumption of acidic foods such as tomatoes and oranges, and carbonated and acidic drinks. In cases where vomiting is intense due to certain diseases or pregnancy, wear and tear on the teeth occurs due to the acidic pH of the mouth. It is necessary to wait for a while for the saliva to return to normal. More devastating results may occur in cases where the roots are exposed due to gum recession.
Applying Too Much Force to the Teeth
You may think that the more pressure you apply, the cleaner your teeth will be. But you may be damaging your tooth enamel. Small force should be applied and the bristles of the toothbrush should be allowed to do adequate cleaning. Some electric toothbrushes warn when too much force is applied due to their sensors. You can try it if you have receding gums or abrasions on your teeth.
Using a Too Large Headed Toothbrush
Since our mouths are of different sizes, toothbrushes are also produced in different sizes. Too large tips prevent comfortable brushing, properly cleaning the right areas It may not be possible. Tips that cannot reach the back areas sufficiently prevent effective brushing. Moreover, due to false cleaning, unnoticeable decay may occur on these surfaces over time.
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