How to brush your teeth properly, according to experts

• Dental experts recommend brushing teeth for at least two minutes, using gentle, sweeping circular motions to prevent gum damage.
• Ensure comprehensive cleaning by dividing your mouth into sections, dedicating at least 30 seconds to each, and cleaning all surfaces of every tooth.
• Hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle, aiming the bristles towards the gum line, where plaque tends to collect.
• Brush twice daily with a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste, and incorporate flossing before or after each brushing session.
• The effectiveness of brushing relies more on proper technique than the type of toothbrush, though selecting bristles suited to your gum health is advisable.

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You are likely brushing your teeth wrong, experts say – this is how dentists want you to do it