But if I don't brush every time , I'll get cavities...
2006-08-26 03:20:22 · 7 answers · asked by ur_4eva_amiga 1 in Health ➔ Dental
By keeping your teeth clean and the gums healthy, you should avoid disease. It won't hurt the enamel.
2006-08-26 03:24:45 · answer #1 · answered by whozethere 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was brushing my teeth five times a day and my dentist reamed me a good one. I would say no more than 3 times a day, and that is pushing it. If you are worried about your enamel, use a battery operated toothbrush. It is more gentle and effective. If you brush too much, you will get a receding gumline, where the gums get pushed back and it looks like you have a cavity but the gum just isn't covering the tooth.
2006-08-29 18:14:19 · answer #2 · answered by Brandy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's great that you brush you teeth 3 times a day. Make sure that you are using a soft bristle brush and everything should be fine.
2006-08-26 03:28:24 · answer #3 · answered by unicornfarie1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are supposed to brush after meals. Most dentists recommend a soft bristle tooth brush.
2006-08-26 03:26:06 · answer #4 · answered by Fleur de Lis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The key is PROPER brushing technique (up and down) and not forcing the brush on your teeth.
2006-08-26 04:34:52 · answer #5 · answered by schott2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Enamel is made of Calcium
2006-08-26 04:15:42 · answer #6 · answered by johnavaro 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just dont do it hard and try to concentrate on the gums, try an electric
2006-08-26 03:27:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋