Watch out! What you sure did not know about brushing your teeth

1. That's the right toothbrush

Many people think that having a good toothbrush needs a certain amount of strength to cleanse the mouth optimally. This is a misconception: a toothbrush should be as soft as possible, so that the gum is not injured. In addition, it is important that it is small enough to reach every little corner of the mouth. Particularly recommended are electric toothbrushes? These clean very thoroughly and gently.

2. The perfect place

You can theoretically brush your teeth everywhere? Right. But not every environment is equally well suited. For example, many people sit on the toilet during cleaning. That is not very advisable. Because every time the toilet flush is used, bacteria are swirled into the air, which spread in the room. And they can then settle on the toothbrush. It is better to just stop the two minutes.

3. Brush your teeth = brush your tongue

It is advisable to brush your teeth regularly, but it is also important to clean the tongue surface as well. Because this provides an ideal breeding ground for bacteria. By brushing the tongue not only the surface is further reduced, the taste sensation will improve significantly.

4. How often should you clean?

Much helps a lot, many think. That is a myth, however. Those who brush their teeth too often irritate the gums, which in the worst case can lead to inflammation. It is enough to brush the teeth two to a maximum of three times.

5. Replace toothbrush

When do you exchange your brush for a new one? According to various surveys, most do not do so until after six months, or when the brush is already very frayed. It is important for optimal oral hygiene to change the brush every eight to ten weeks.

6. The direction is important

This is how we learned it in elementary school: with the toothbrush and a suitable paste, it is always nice to drive in a circular motion over your teeth. That is the best option for children. If you are an adult, you should, however, acquire the so-called bass technique. The toothbrush is held at an angle to the gums and wiped in small, jolting movements from the gums to the teeth. Only then is plaque removed efficiently.