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Could You Cause Oral Health Damage by Brushing Too Often?
Posted on 9/6/2021 by Aron Geelan, DMD
Many of us have regarded the household adage that we should brush our teeth twice a day. In addition, we are told to floss before bed. This advice has stood the test of time, but is it possible to cause oral health damage by brushing too often? How Much Should I Brush? Many people brush twice a day and even after every meal because we know that brushing our teeth regularly helps to remove plaque and slow down tooth decay. Over brushing refers to how much you brush your teeth and how you brush your teeth. First, it is possible to brush more than you need to. For instance, it is important to wait 30 minutes after you have eaten a meal to brush your teeth. When you eat, your body produces saliva. This is an important natural process as saliva washes away food particles. In addition, saliva returns your mouth to the proper pH level. If you brush before your mouth is at the proper pH level, the acids in your mouth can decalcify your enamel. The enamel is your only defense against... Read more...
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