How to brush

Brush teeth and gums twice a day. Offer support which allows someone to do as much of the mouth care routine as possible.

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The five steps below show you how to brush your teeth correctly.

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Brush in the morning and at night before going to bed.

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Use a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste on a soft toothbrush.

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Brush teeth and along the gum using a gentle circular motion. Start with the outside surfaces.

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Repeat on the inside surfaces.

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Use a light back and forth motion on the chewing surfaces. Spit out toothpaste, but don’t rinse  with water.

Be sure to brush all surfaces: top and bottom,  left and right, front and back.

Electric toothbrushes also do a good job of cleaning teeth.

Speak with an oral health professional about the best way to brush

Everybody is different. An oral health professional can give advice and suggestions specific to each person’s situation.