Behind Teeth
When your tongue meets the back of your teeth, it may transfer germs and debris onto their surfaces. Due to their proximity to the salivary glands behind your tongue, the rear surfaces of your lower teeth are much more prone to tartar accumulation. When brushing, pay close attention to this area of your teeth. Turn your brush so that it is held vertically rather than horizontally, and make sure the bristles fully touch the teeth and gum line as you scrub.

Back Teeth
Reaching too far back is one of the main issues preventing individuals from brushing adequately. Your major chewing teeth are the molars at the rear of your mouth, which have a form that is full of ridges and crevices. Nevertheless, many patients don't seem to pay enough attention to these teeth. You could be missing the front and rear sides of your back teeth, where it's a bit more difficult to acquire a proper angle with your brush, even if you are able to clean the top chewing surfaces of these teeth. If you overlook these areas, you won't be clearing debris from the gum line, which may lead to serious issues like gum disease. You may want to look for a toothbrush with a smaller head if you find it difficult to put it so far back in your mouth. Dentistry on Dufferin are pleased to provide guidance on how to locate one that works for you.

In Between Teeth
The spaces between your teeth cannot be cleaned by brushing alone, regardless of how effectively you brush or how "advanced" your electric toothbrush is. You can be leaving almost 50% of the plaque behind if you don't floss! Flossing avoids tooth discoloration and poor breath in addition to gum disease and cavities. Dentistry on Dufferin assess your flossing technique and provide advice if you floss every day but are still experiencing issues with stains, plaque accumulation, or foul breath.