From an early age every child is taught the essential technique of brushing and in some cases flossing.
Different people have different methods of brushing their teeth, for example the correct time limit to brush the teeth is around the 2 minutes mark however, people tend to brush for either more or less than this limit which isn't enough time and could end up causing tooth problems.
If you think that you brush less or more than the limit then you can use a stopwatch to keep to the time limit.
Another tip for brushing is to avoid putting pressure on them.
You can clean your teeth better with short and gentle strokes.
When brushing your teeth you need to make sure that you brush the hard to reach places, this includes the places in between your teeth and your gums.
This doesn't mean you just brush those areas, the whole of your mouth needs to be focused on, it is just as important.
It is not only the brushing techniques that keep the teeth clean but also the toothpaste.
There are many different varieties of toothpastes and I bet that most of you reading this just pick a random toothpaste off the shelf without reading what it's all about.
The different toothpastes have specific jobs.
There are toothpastes for whitening, stopping sensitivity, stopping infections from developing a more but you need to know which one will suit you, so remember that next time you buy toothpaste.
The most essential tool of brushing your teeth and keeping them clean would be a toothbrush.
It may seem obvious but just like toothpaste, people just pick a random toothbrush from the shelf.
Just like the toothpastes, there are many different brushes to choose from, don't however go for the cheap ones, they tend to have hard bristles which is the exact opposite that you want; soft bristles which can remove plaque and dirt from your teeth without harming the gums.
Also you need to remember that the smaller the head, the easier it is to reach around the mouth.
One of the main things you need to remember is replacing your toothbrush.
Most people replace their toothbrush as it starts to wear down and some wait until it runs down completely, either way when bristles wear down they have a big impact on your gums by tearing them down.
You need to replace your toothbrush every few months, especially after you have had a cold because the germs will stick on your toothbrush making you ill once again.
Brushing your teeth properly is not an art but it is something you can easily pick up.
By knowing the right way to brush, the right toothpaste and toothbrush to use you will be able to avoid getting toothaches and infections and you will be able to keep your teeth healthy.