How To Improve Your Daily Dental Hygiene Routine

Improving your everyday oral hygiene routine is one of the simplest ways to prevent cavities, tooth decay and other problems. This short guide gives three simple ways to improve your routine, from consulting your dentist to improving your toothbrush itself.

Learn Some New Brushing Techniques

Brushing your teeth is second nature, but there may be a better way to do it. Think carefully while you brush, and make sure that you brush every tooth, including the ones right at the back. Don't forget to brush your gumline and brush in circles and well as up and down. You should also, as Healthline describes, be brushing your tongue, as bacteria and plaque can build up on it. If you aren't sure about your technique, you can ask your dentist or use one of the many guides or video tutorials that exist online to improve your technique.

Take Advantage Of Technology

If you're still using a manual toothbrush, it might be time for an upgrade. As Which? explains, electric toothbrushes remove more plaque and make brushing easier than traditional toothbrushes. The features of your brush will depend on how much you want to spend, so think carefully about whether you want a timer or different modes, like a mode for sensitive teeth. You might also want to consider an interdental cleaner for cleaning between your teeth, or you could even get a water flosser for an extra level of cleaning. If you're not sure what would be worth getting, speak to your dentist and ask their honest opinion about what they'd recommend.​

Ask Your Dentist For Help

You might feel that your everyday dental hygiene routine is up to scratch, but it's always best to ask your dentist. They will be able to examine your teeth and give you more information and suggestions. For example, some people will miss their back teeth when brushing or not brush their gumline well enough and will not be aware that they do so. Some may brush one side more thoroughly and not be aware of it. As ABC explains, you might also be brushing your teeth too hard, wearing them away. Even if you're not aware of any problems in your brushing, speak to your dentist and ask them for advice based on your teeth.

By improving your brushing, asking a dentist for any advice you need and making sure your toothbrush is up to scratch, you will be able to make your everyday routine as good as you can to keep your teeth healthy and strong.