Regular brushing and visits to the dentist are vital for healthy teeth, but do you have other habits that could be undoing all the good work?
The secret to healthy teeth and gums isn’t much of a secret – brush twice a day, floss once a day and visit a dentist regularly for cleanings.
“Charcoal is incredibly abrasive,” says Dr Messina. “It whitens your teeth by sanding away the outer layer of tooth enamel.” “People in general tend to brush too hard, and that can hurt your teeth and gums,” says Dr Natalie Peterson, a clinical associate professor at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry.Instead, brush lightly with a soft-bristled toothbrush and try holding it like you would a pen, “as it is harder to exert too much pressure holding it that way”.
“Especially if you’ve been eating or drinking something sweet or acidic, swishing with water afterwards will be beneficial,” says Dr Messina. “Something that simple can help neutralise any damage.”Brushing enamel that has been temporarily softened by acids and sugars can wear it away, Dr Messina says. “If you can wait 30 minutes after eating or drinking before brushing, that’s better for your teeth.
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