Good oral hygiene begins with brushing well and using proper brushing techniques. Maintaining healthy oral hygiene is essential for people of all ages as it can prevent several oral health issues, keep your teeth and gums healthy, and your smile beautiful and dazzling.
In this blog, we’ll help you understand the importance of correct brushing techniques for different age groups, from teenagers to older adults. By incorporating these tips into your daily routine, you can prevent common dental issues like crossbite, cavities, and gum disease.
- Children
As babies who are slowly sprouting milk teeth, parents can use a soft damp cloth to clean their mouths and ensure that they are free of germs and bacteria. As children grow up, they are fascinated by adults and their actions and often try to mimic them, especially while brushing. As a parent during this time, encourage your child to hold their own toothbrush, guide them to use slow, gentle and circular motions and teach them to spit out the toothpaste when required. Brushing for two whole minutes by singing a song or playing a game might be a great way to ensure that their teeth are safe, healthy and free from any dental issues.
- Teenagers
The teenage years are filled with hormonal changes and erratic eating habits. Oftentimes, their busy schedules can put oral hygiene in the backseat which can lead to issues like bad breath, cavities, gingivitis, tooth decay and more. To ensure proper oral care, teenagers should brush their teeth twice a day using fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush. Brushing should be done in a circular motion, focusing on all surfaces of each tooth.
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- Adults
At the end of your teenage years, once you step into adulthood, you may get into different lifestyle habits such as eating out, smoking, drinking alcohol etc, all of which can cause damage to your teeth and deteriorate your oral health. During this time, brush your teeth at a 45-degree angle to the gums and move them in circular motions between the teeth and the gum line. Make sure to brush your tongue and the roof of your mouth slightly to remove bacteria and fight bad breath as well. Add a fluoride mouthwash, tongue cleaner and floss to your regimen and you’ll have a healthy and strong smile!
- Senior Citizens
Older adults are at an increased risk of having serious oral issues such as dry mouth, root decay, gum disease, tooth loss, Stomatitis etc. This is also the time when seniors might notice a significant change in their tooth colour. To fight this, older adults need to brush 2-3 times a day, use floss, choose a healthy diet with low sugar and starch and drink lots of water!
For brushing, they must ensure to clean and brush all parts of their mouth, including their teeth, gumline, corners and the roof of the mouth. And if they wear dentures, then they must look to clean their dentures religiously too!
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At makeO toothsi, we understand the importance of maintaining good oral health throughout your lifetime. Our range of oral care products, including the toothsi electro and our smart water flosser, caters to individuals of most age groups. By incorporating our products into your daily routine, you can ensure that you and your family have a healthy smile that’s protected from a host of dental issues for a long time.
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