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A member asked:
How long should you brush each side of your teeth with toothpaste and without to wash it off? i do 10 seconds with circle motions which is 5 minutes
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Two minutes: Two minutes is usually sufficient to properly brush your teeth. You must also floss your teeth as the tooth brush does not clean in-between your teeth. Your own dentist or dental hygienist can help you maintain proper oral hygiene with a demonstration and observation on a one to one basis.
Answered 7/17/2015
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120 seconds: Brushing three times a day is ideal. Brushing with an electric toothbrush improves your technique. Make sure to clean the outer surface of your teeth, then the inner surface and do not forget to brush your tongue, it helps to freshen your breath!
Answered 7/17/2015
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More than enough: Two minutes (total time, entire mouth) is usually an adequate amount of time. Don't overbrush and don't forget to floss, too.
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Great job!: That is totally AWESOME!!!! You get a gold star for conscientiousness. The national average for brushing their entire mouth is 30 seconds.
Answered 7/17/2015
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