{"id":8508,"date":"2018-07-05T10:57:15","date_gmt":"2018-07-05T17:57:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/?p=8508"},"modified":"2019-01-22T11:58:13","modified_gmt":"2019-01-22T19:58:13","slug":"toothbrush-tips-rancho-cucamonga-dentist-keep-teeth-shape","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/toothbrush-tips-rancho-cucamonga-dentist-keep-teeth-shape\/","title":{"rendered":"Toothbrush Tips From Our Rancho Cucamonga Dentist to Keep Your Teeth In Shape"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A variety of <a href=\"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/expect-dental-checkup-rancho-cucamonga-dentist\/\">Rancho Cucamonga Dentist<\/a> will tell you that brushing your teeth daily is essential to maintaining healthy teeth and gums and preventing periodontal (gum) diseases. It&#8217;s also just as crucial to make sure you select the proper toothbrush for your teeth and use the right brushing techniques. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Properly done, brushing your teeth at least twice a day \u2014 in the morning and in the evening before going to bed, for at least three minutes \u2014 can help ensure long-term dental health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It takes time to brush effectively. For the most part, everyone just rushes through the process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>How to Choose The Right Toothbrush<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These days, toothbrushes come in an assortment of manual and powered forms. The first step to taking exceptional care of your mouth is to select a toothbrush that&#8217;s ideal for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our <a href=\"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/expect-dental-checkup-rancho-cucamonga-dentist\/\">Rancho Cucamonga Dentist<\/a> suggest that you choose a brush that has the ADA seal on the box to be sure the bristles are not too hard. Next, find one that fits comfortably in your hand and mouth. If the brush is comfortable to use, you&#8217;ll use it more often and more effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is some more advice from our <a href=\"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/expect-dental-checkup-rancho-cucamonga-dentist\/\">Rancho Cucamonga Dentist<\/a> to keep in mind when selecting a toothbrush. You&#8217;ll want to choose one that:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Has bristles that are softer rather than harder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fits your mouth size. If you have a small mouth, our Rancho Cucamonga Dentist recommend that you choose a small toothbrush and if you have a large mouth, pick a large toothbrush. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is seamless to use, whether it&#8217;s a powered or a manual toothbrush<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you&#8217;ve found the right toothbrush for you, you need to brush your teeth the correct way in order to maintain good oral health and prevent periodontal disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8510\" src=\"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Toothbrush-Brushing-Tips-Rancho-Cucamonga-Dentist-Tips.jpeg\" alt=\"Toothbrush Brushing Tips Rancho Cucamonga Dentist Tips\" width=\"2520\" height=\"1415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Toothbrush-Brushing-Tips-Rancho-Cucamonga-Dentist-Tips.jpeg 2520w, https:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Toothbrush-Brushing-Tips-Rancho-Cucamonga-Dentist-Tips-300x168.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Toothbrush-Brushing-Tips-Rancho-Cucamonga-Dentist-Tips-768x431.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Toothbrush-Brushing-Tips-Rancho-Cucamonga-Dentist-Tips-1024x575.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Toothbrush-Brushing-Tips-Rancho-Cucamonga-Dentist-Tips-1080x606.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2520px) 100vw, 2520px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>How to Brush Your Teeth Properly<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following tips can help you to get the most out of your daily brushing routine:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Some <a href=\"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/expect-dental-checkup-rancho-cucamonga-dentist\/\">Rancho Cucamonga Dentist<\/a> suggest brushing after every meal, if possible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take time \u2014 at least three minutes \u2014 to carefully brush and floss your teeth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you brush along your gum line, angle your toothbrush slightly toward your gums.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t brush too hard \u2014 use a gentle motion so you don\u2019t damage your gums.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brush with a fluoride toothpaste to fight off tooth decay.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on cleaning every tooth surface with your toothbrush.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brush your tongue to scrape off bacteria that can cause bad breath.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brush your teeth with a clean toothbrush and rinse the brush thoroughly after each use. You can also use a small amount of hand soap on the bristles for more rigorous cleaning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace your toothbrush \u2014 or toothbrush head if you use an electric brush \u2014 every three to four months.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need additional help trying to figure out how best to brush your teeth, have your Rancho Cucamonga Dentist\/hygienist show you the proper method.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the latest tips on oral health, flossing, dental care, and much more make sure to follow our blog at\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/blog<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A variety of Rancho Cucamonga Dentist will tell you that brushing your teeth daily is essential to maintaining healthy teeth and gums and preventing periodontal (gum) diseases. 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