[header] How to prevent cavities [title] Brush your teeth after every meal. [step] Brush your teeth thoroughly about 20 minutes after every meal. If you can't manage that, brush at least twice a day.
[header] How to prevent cavities [title] Brush your teeth after every meal. [step] Brush your teeth thoroughly about 20 minutes after every meal. If you can't manage that, brush at least twice a day.
Brush your teeth for two minutes each time. Play a song that lasts two minutes, set an alarm, or watch the clock while you brush. Comb your teeth lightly with a brush with sharp bristles so the fluoride doesn't seep through. Also, floss between mouthwashes if your gums are particularly sensitive or whiten them. Brushing also has the added bonus of promoting the production of saliva, which will help saliva reabsorb. [title] Wear a dental retainer and rinse your mouth every time you eat. Dentists say brushing your teeth can be done two ways. [substeps] Use the " brush now " method to brush your teeth 2 times a day, while brushing after every meal.