Five common brushing mistakes that people make.
While a lot of people are afraid to go pay a visit to a dentist, they
do not do much to take care of their oral and dental health and hygiene
either. In fact, some people who diligently brush every day, also find
themselves suffering from pain and other such problems, despite all
their efforts.
While visiting your dentist every few months is advisable, you can
also do some things at your end to keep your dental health. Dr Diksha
Tahilramani Batra, a prosthodontist, implantologist and smile design
specialist, says there are certain mistakes that people do while
brushing their teeth, a routine that is often a subconscious habit, but
one that can lead to poor oral health and hygiene, if not done properly.
1. Not using a proper toothbrush
clean more effectively. This can cause maximum damage over the years by
wearing off healthy, natural teeth with overzealous care.
2. Using an anti-sensitivity/whitening toothpaste permanently
A common mistake is to use a medicated toothpaste meant to mask
sensitivity over a prolonged period. Such a practice masks the symptom,
but does not treat the problem and also makes you vulnerable to
cavities, gum disease and bad breath, since the predominant component in
such a toothpaste is for treating sensitivity or lightening tooth
colour.
The type of toothpaste doesn’t matter, as long as you use the right
amount and brush twice a day. Sensitive toothpastes are meant to be used
for a prescribed period of time and whitening toothpastes must be used
under supervision to prevent any potential damage to your teeth.
Toothpaste must protect your teeth and gums, so use a combination that
contains fluoride that protects your teeth from decay, and gel-based
parts which have antibacterial properties to prevent gum disease and bad
breath.
3. Brushing too quickly, or too many times
Most of us hate going to the dentist and find brushing an easier
alternative. But you cannot exactly brush off old cavities — just
prevent new ones. Ensure you brush your teeth not more than twice a day.
Excessive brushing can damage your gums and enamel. It does not take a
lot of pressure to remove the plaque, hence most dental practitioners
suggest brushing using a balanced pressure.
Sensitive toothpastes are meant to be used for a prescribed period of
time and whitening toothpastes must be used under supervision to prevent
any potential damage to your teeth. (Photo: Pixabay)
4. Incorrect brushing technique
The strokes while brushing your teeth must be vertical and not
horizontal. Many people are habituated with performing long horizontal
brushing strokes. This leads to irritation and damage.
Hold your brush at an angle of 45 degrees to your gums and brush your
gums and teeth with an up and down motion and short strokes. Don’t use
side to side strokes. Also, start brushing on areas that you have been
ignoring till now; reach the inner portions of your teeth.
5. Wrestling
Hard brushing damages the gums. Brushing more than 3-4 times is also
bad for you. Since unlearning a bad brushing habit may be hard, switch
from a manual to an automatic brush. A battery-operated brush takes the
guesswork out of brushing. It may take a while to get adjusted to it,
but like so many other things, automatic brushes make dental hygiene
easy and even reduce the frequency of your dental visits.
“Brushing your teeth is only a part of a complete dental care
routine. Washing the mouth twice a day keeps it clean. Floss your teeth;
it helps remove plaque and food particles from between the teeth and
under the gum line. Eat a balanced diet and limit snacking between
meals. Visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings,” says Dr
Batra.
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