Dry brushing is brushing the teeth using only a brush, without toothpaste or water. Although it may not seem like a nice idea to many people, it has serious benefits for oral health.
*Toothpastes contain glycerin, etc. They contain oils and aromas such as. These substances create a slippery layer on the teeth and oral mucosa and make us feel that the mouth is cleaned better than it actually is. Since this layer covers the tongue, it negatively affects the sense of touch of the tongue, therefore the tooth surfaces appear brighter and smoother than they are. When we dry brush, our tongue feels the roughness and uncleaned areas on the tooth surface better.
*The menthol flavor in most toothpastes makes us think that our mouth is clean and there is no problem with our teeth. Those who try to brush their teeth without toothpaste feel that there is an artificial toothpaste. Since there is no feeling of cleanliness, he feels the need to brush his teeth for a longer time.
*In the past, toothbrushes were produced from horsehair and had to be wetted in order to clean the teeth. Today's toothbrushes are made of nylon, so they do not need to be wetted. Wetting the toothbrush reduces its cleaning ability and causes more water to splash around.
So, don't toothpastes have the ability to cleanse the mouth of bacteria or polish teeth? Both yes and no!
Some antibacterial substances Toothpastes containing (such as chlorhexidine) have this feature, but they should be recommended by the physician and used in some cases (such as bleeding gums or post-surgical recovery periods). It is also true that the fluoride in toothpastes repairs weak tooth enamel and some abrasive and polishing substances also remove stains. The main purpose of brushing your teeth is to remove food residues and plaque with the BRUSHING effect. My suggestion is to brush your teeth by using a very small amount of a toothpaste that does not contain or contains very little artificial sweeteners and aromas.
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