When brushing teeth i do circular motions on the gumline and gums for 10 seconds then brush a few strokes down on the tooth. today read that brushing gums above the gumline is bad???

Proper brushing: Plaque is soft and can be easily removed with a soft bristled toothbrush. Calculus is hard and requires a dentist to remove it. All you need to do is brush in a circular motion at a 45 degree angle where the gums meet the teeth. Proper brushing and flossing takes about 2 minutes. No need to brush the gums further away from the tooth and yes it can cause damage.

Best Technique: Place a small, soft toothbrush beside your teeth at a 45° angle and gently brush teeth in an elliptical motion. Brush the outside of the teeth, inside the teeth, your tongue, the chewing surfaces and between teeth. Brush for 4-5 minutes.

Sounds OK: That technique sounds fine. Be sure to always get soft bristle brushes. I find even the most dexterous patients can improve their oral hygiene by investing in a quality electric toothbrush such as a Braun-OralB or Sonicare. And of course don't forget to floss otherwise 40% of the tooth isn't getting clean at all.

Electric toothbrush: Try an electric toothbrush and brush at a 45% angle between the tooth and gingiva. Use dental floss and a tongue scraper in addition.

Brushing Technique: Cat; I prefer the time old method of placing the ends of the sides of the toothbrush bristles at the gum- tooth margin and with a circular motion massage area for 10 seconds and then bring the brush head toward the top of the tooth. However, I've met people who just scrub their teeth and gums and are just fine. Your goal is to be regular and thorough in your home care technique.

Brushing teeth: Talk to your dentist or dental hygienist for instructions on proper brushing (and especially flossing) techniques.

Brush and Floss: Brushing with very small circular motions is a good way to brush your teeth up to the gumline when very soft pressure is used. Toothbrushing is for your teeth, not for your gums, though they benefit from it. Flossing is more beneficial for your gums.

Depends: It not necessarily bad, over zealous brushing with excessive force can lead to abrasion of the gums and lead to the gum receding. a good way to minmise the risk of this is to buy an electric toothbrush with built in pressure sensors which flash with red lights when you are brushing too hard. I recommend the oral b pro 5000/6000/6500 i wouldnt stop brushing the gums...just be more mindful about how

You are doing fine: No issues with what you describe for brushing