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I wanted to know is brushing your teeth too roughly bad for them?
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Yes: Aggressive brushing can prematurely abrade the enamel and the trauma to your gums can cause the gum and bone to recede. Brush gently and you will avoid these problems.
Answered 7/23/2014
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