{"id":165,"date":"2014-05-12T13:01:29","date_gmt":"2014-05-12T13:01:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.robisondentalgroup.com\/?p=165"},"modified":"2016-06-14T19:11:31","modified_gmt":"2016-06-14T19:11:31","slug":"brushing-correctly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.robisondentalgroup.com\/blog\/brushing-correctly\/","title":{"rendered":"Are You Brushing Correctly?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-166\" style=\"margin: 10px;\" alt=\"general dentistry\" src=\"https:\/\/www.robisondentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Brushing-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.robisondentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Brushing-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.robisondentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Brushing.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Of all the things you do everyday, brushing and flossing are two of the most important. Through regular oral care, you can protect your smile from common oral health problems by removing bacteria and plaque from around the teeth and gums. And because medical studies have linked a common problem like gum disease to other kinds of health problems, brushing and flossing will also help you support your overall wellbeing.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">Now that you know how important brushing and flossing are, it\u2019s time to ask yourself: Are you doing both correctly?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">For optimal oral health, we recommend brushing for about 120 seconds, or two minutes, making sure that you spend equal amounts of time on your upper and lower teeth, and on both the inner and outer surfaces of your teeth. Brushing is also more effective when you hold the brush at a 45 degree angle and apply firm but gentle pressure as you scrub. Brushing the surface of your tongue will help you prevent bad breath by cleaning bacteria off of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">How often should you brush? We tell patients to brush at least twice a day, but preferably after any time you eat. You should also floss at least once a day to remove leftover pieces of food. For extra protection, end your routine with an antibacterial or fluoride mouthwash. Following these steps will help you enjoy good oral health in between visits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">Do you have other questions about brushing and flossing? Don\u2019t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.robisondentalgroup.com\/contact-us.html\">call Robison Dental Group<\/a> in <strong>Canton.<\/strong> We would be happy to answer your questions or schedule an appointment for you. 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