What is the best way to brush my teeth?

You need to brush your teeth to remove all the plaque and to keep your teeth and gums healthy. It is important to brush your teeth twice a day while the plaque is still soft. Brushing your teeth should be part of your daily routine, just like washing your hands and face and brushing your hair. - Brush your teeth carefully for two minutes before breakfast and after your last drink before bedtime. - Choose a toothbrush with a small, soft head and toothpaste that has fluoride in it. (Fluoride is a mineral that helps to keep your teeth strong.) - Use small, round movements. The bristles of the brush should point towards the gum. Don?t forget to brush all the different sides and tops of your teeth. Everyone should visit the dentist regularly to make sure that their teeth and gums are healthy.

Small circular motions around all surfaces of the teeth. You should hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to your gums. You should brush for a minimum of three full minutes. Brushing too hard or too often can cause gum problems.  more

Place your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle against the gums. Move the brush back and forth gently in short (tooth-wide) strokes. Brush the outer tooth surfaces, the inner tooth surfaces, and the chewing surfaces of the teeth. Use the "toe" of the brush to clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth, using a gentle up-and-down stroke. Brush your tongue to remove bacteria and freshen your breath.  more

Your hygienist or dentist will advise the best way for you to brush your teeth, which will be tailor-made to your specific requirements. There are many toothbrushes available but not all are as effective at removing plaque. The Colgate 360° toothbrush has been scientifically designed to help you remove more plaque from all areas of your teeth, gums and tongue. Dentists and hygienists recommend that you change your toothbrush as soon as the bristles are worn or splayed, usually after three months of use, as they become less effective at removing plaque.  more

Ever watch a young child brush? The toothbrush is going every which way, paste is foaming and flying, and its a victory if the bristles remain in contact with the teeth for very long. However, for adults, proper brushing is not about merely putting the toothbrush in the mouth for a few seconds. First, proper brushing requires at least 2 minutes--that's right, one hundred twenty seconds! Most adults don't come close to brushing that long. To get a feel for the time involved, try using a stopwatch. Use flouride toothpaste, such as one of many varieties available from Colgate. And choose a soft-bristled brush designed for effective plaque removal, like Colgate Total Toothbrush. While brushing, be sure to use short, gentle strokes and clean each side of every tooth. Pay extra attention to the gumline, hard-to-reach back teeth and areas around fillings, crowns or other restorations. And for fresher breath, brush your tongue too.

When you brush your teeth, the first thing to remember is to use a soft bristled toothbrush which is healthier and less abrasive to your teeth. You should hold the brush at a 45 degree angle, brush in a circular motion away from the gumline, and avoid scrubbing your teeth back and forth. You should brush your teeth at least twice a day, in the morning and at night before bedtime.  more