Brushing teeth regularly is important but it is crucial to brush properly. Almost a third of Britons only brush once a day instead of the recommended twice.
The quality of brushing is just as important as the frequency. Best practice guidelines include:
– Brush the inside, outside and tops of all teeth
– Use an interdental brush
– Spit after brushing rather than rinse
A dentist will award an “overall plaque score” to indicate the percentage of tooth surface area with plaque present. Even those brushing twice daily can score over 50% which shows that brushing properly is key.
You can read more at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/body/revealed-best-way-brush-teeth-simple-mistakes-millions-making/.
