Viren R Patel DDS

Viren R. Patel, DDS, APC
6610 Folsom-Auburn Road
Suite 8

Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 988-3402

Dentist in Folsom, CA

Don't Rush When You Brush

Proper brushing is essential for cleaning teeth and gums effectively. Use a toothbrush with soft, nylon, round-ended bristles that will not scratch and irritate teeth or damage gums.

Gently brush the outer tooth surfaces of 2-3 teeth using a vibrating back & forth rolling motion. Move brush to the next group of 2-3 teeth and repeat.

Maintain a 45-degree angle with bristles contacting the tooth surface and gum line. Gently brush using back, forth, and rolling motion along all of the inner tooth surfaces.

Tilt the brush vertically behind the front teeth. Make several up & down strokes using the front half of the brush.

Place the brush against the biting surface of the teeth & use a gentle back & forth scrubbing motion. Brush the tongue from back to front to remove odor-producing bacteria.

Remember to replace your toothbrush every three to four months for continued effectiveness. For best results, use an electric toothbrush for two minutes, letting the vibrating bristles do the work as you reposition the head to clean all surfaces of your teeth and gums.

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