Right/Wrong Behaviors

Wrong: Using a squiggly toothbrush. Not only can the bristles be extremely painful, they can also injure the gums and erode the tooth enamel at the meeting point of the gums and the teeth (gum line).

Right: Use a soft toothbrush. The flexible bristles are easier on the gums and can reach between the teeth and under the gums without causing bleeding or pain.

Wrong: Flossing daily incorrectly. Even if you floss every day as recommended, there won't be much benefit if the technique is wrong.

Right: Floss your teeth daily and take the time to do it properly (40 cm).

Wrong: Not wearing a mouth guard while exercising. Without the protection of a mouth guard, you and your athletic friends are likely to suffer from bruising, and broken or missing teeth.

Right: Wear a mouth guard, especially in sports that have a high possibility of mouth injury, such as snowboarding, boxing, cycling, etc....

Sharing utensils, especially with infants and young children. Everyday activities like sharing utensils, tasting each other's food or washing a pacifier in your mouth may seem harmless, but they can actually transfer harmful bacteria from one mouth to another — including the bacteria that cause cavities.