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The Brighton Dentist says that one of the most important thing you need to do on a daily basis is look after your teeth, listed below are some tips on oral hygiene and how to keep your teeth looking good and your breath smelling fine.

The most important tip when it comes to oral hygiene is brushing. The Brighton Dentist Says that you clean your teeth two times a day not less than three minutes each time. This should be carried out using a gentle bristled toothbrush, to safeguard the gums, and it is also recommended that you use a toothbrush with small head to this will help you to gain access to all parts of your mouth.

When brushing your teeth for maximum effect it is best to hold your toothbrush at a forty-five degree angle this will allow the brush to clean and stimulate your gums as well as your teeth.

This technique will also increase the removal of germs and plaque from your teeth, these germs will merge and release acids which will progressively deteriorate tooth enamel leading to corrosion and decay. Highly effective brushing is the answer to fighting tooth decay and gum disease but it's far better when coupled with flossing.

Flossing enables you to thoroughly clean the parts of the teeth which can be hard to reach when using a standard toothbrush. This consists of the places in between the teeth which can be too narrow to be cleaned out by the bristles on the majority of toothbrushes. Debris from food and germs frequently build up within the gaps of the teeth, which can trigger not just corrosion but in most cases can be the fundamental source of bad breath.

A great thing about flossing is that it allows you to thoroughly clean the section of around the base of your gums and teeth which are challenging to clean with a brush. This really helps to avoid inflamed gums which often can capture bacteria and cause uncomfortable bleeding.

In addition to brushing and flossing you can even use a tongue scraper or tongue brush once or twice a week to get rid of bacteria for the tongue.

Make an appointment with the Brighton Dentist to see one of our oral hygienists. We also have a orthodontist at our brighton dentist family clinic.