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Advice for tooth brushing
Last update date April 1, 2024
The biggest cause of cavity and periodontal disease is "plaque" (plaque).
It is a chunk of bacteria that produce and proliferates with sugar contained in food and drinks.
It is a sticky substance and cannot be removed even by rinsing the mouth.
Therefore, it is important to brush your teeth. Would you like to review your daily care method?
How to choose a toothbrush
・Small size (approximately two front teeth, about 2.0-2.5cm for adults)
・3 rows of hair planting
・The material is made of nylon
・The pattern is straight
・The tip of the hair is rounded
How to hold, hit, and move the toothbrush
How to hold it
We recommend pencil holding (pen grip)
It is available to move finely finely without any extra force.
If you don't have any strength in your hand, hold it in.
How to hit it
Apply it to the border between teeth and gums
As shown in the figure, change the direction of the toothbrush according to the teeth.
How to move
Light power
Move the tip of the hair does not spread and make it lighter.
Move it in small steps
Move one or two teeth (about 5 to 10 mm) so that they rub about 10 round trips.
One-point advice
Let's use an interdental brush or dental floss.
The plaque also accumulates between teeth and teeth.
It is said that about 60% of the total can be removed with a toothbrush alone.
Use an interdental brush or dental flosss that match your teeth condition.
Let's brush your teeth while looking at the mirror.
Even if you intend to polish yourself, there are unexpectedly left behind.
If it is difficult to see the mirror in the washroom mirror, prepare a hand mirror.
Let's change your toothbrush once a month.
If you use a toothbrush for a long time, your hair tips will open and your cleaning efficiency will be reduced.
In addition, even if the tip of the hair is not open, various bacteria can easily propagate as it is used.
Replace it once a month or if the tip of the hair is open from the back.
※If the tip of the hair opens in one to two weeks, use a soft bristles.
There is a possibility that it will be strong.
Let's review the hardness and polishing strength of toothbrush.
Regular checks are also important.
Tooth brushing is actually surprisingly difficult.
If plaque remains, cavity and periodontal disease progression, or if plaque remains, or
It may bind to blood and calcium in saliva to form tartar.
Get a regular check at the dental clinic along with your daily brushing.
For inquiries to this page
Isogo Ward Health and Welfare Center Health and Welfare Division
Phone: 045-750-2442
Phone: 045-750-2442
Fax: 045-750-2547
Email address: is-fukuho@city.yokohama.jp
Page ID: 848-092-102