At Healthy Smiles Family Dental, our doctors want your oral hygiene routine to be frequent and consistent. Though you’ve been brushing your teeth for many years, you may not realize that there is a proper way to clean them. When brushing, massage the gums gently before working your toothbrush toward the enamel, then continue with these steps. Place your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle against the gums. Move the brush back and forth in a circular motion in short (tooth-wide) strokes. Brush the outer tooth surfaces, the inner tooth surfaces, and the chewing surfaces of the teeth. Use the tip of the brush to clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth, using a gentle up-and-down stroke. Brush your tongue to remove bacteria. If you have questions or concerns regarding dental health, please give us a call. To learn about services provided at our practice, visit www.myfamilydentistsalem.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Healthy Smiles Family De...