There are a number of effective brushing techniques. Patients are advised to check with their dentist or hygienist to determine which technique is best for the, since, tooth position and gum condition vary. One effective, easy-to-remember technique involves using a circular or eliptical motion to brush a couple of teeth at a time, gradually covering the entire mouth.

Place a toothbrush beside your teeth at a 45-degree angle and gently brush teeth in an eliptical motion. Brush the outside of the teeth in an eliptical motion. Brush the outside of the teeth, inside the teeth, your tongue and the chewing surfaces and in between teeth. Using a back and forth motion causes the gum surface to recede, or can expose the root surface or make the root surface or make the root surface tender. You also risk wearing down the gum line.

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