6 Habits That Harm Your Teeth (And How to Break Them): Brushing Too Hard

The habit: Brushing for two minutes twice a day is one of the best habits you can get into. Just make sure you’re not trying too hard. “Brushing with a hard toothbrush, or brushing too hard, can damage teeth and irritate gums,” says Dr. Matthew Messina.

The solution: Use a soft toothbrush with the ADA Seal of Acceptance at the proper pressure. “Don’t think ‘scrub.’  Think ‘massage,’” he says. “Save the hard toothbrush for cleaning the grout in the bathroom tile.”

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Professional Cleanings for Good Health

It is very important to have regular cleanings by our hygienist. Even if you are meticulous when brushing, there are hard-to-reach areas that allow plaque and tartar to form. Once this occurs, regular brushing will not remove it. If tartar develops below the gumline, you risk gum disease, which can result in loss of teeth or add to serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, or diabetes. Take our recommendations seriously to improve your overall good health through improved oral care.

Pebblewood Dental 
Mark Mendiola, DDS & Larissa Navarro, DDS
1550 North Route 59, Suite 148 
Naperville, IL 60563 
(630) 369-6222 
PebblewoodDental.com