Brushing your teeth

Brushing your teeth must follow a specific process, and teeth must be cleaned after every meal. Whether you are an adult or a child, brushing your teeth properly requires the right technique. Here are the steps to follow for effective brushing:

• To remove plaque buildup on all teeth and food debris, place the toothbrush at the junction of the teeth and gums, then make small rolling movements, up and down, from the gums toward the teeth. This movement should be repeated twice on all sides of the upper teeth.
• Next, move on to the teeth on the cheek or lip side, up to the last right molar. Brush all tooth surfaces, including the sides of the teeth, the front teeth, and the bottom teeth. To make it easier to brush the inner surface of the incisors, position the toothbrush vertically.
• To clean all of your teeth thoroughly, brush at least ten times on each side, moving back and forth and up and down.
  Finally, to complete the brushing process, brush your tongue to remove the bacteria that cause bad breath.

The toothbrush must be rinsed thoroughly before being put away, and it should not be used by more than one person.
It is also important to choose a high-quality toothbrush. Brushing too aggressively can damage the gums. Therefore, gentle brushing and a soft-bristled toothbrush should be used. This precaution prevents micro-lesions in the gums and mouth. Using toothpaste that is suited to the needs of your teeth also helps protect tooth enamel and neutralize the acids that cause cavities.

Teaching children to brush their teeth properly from an early age helps to establish essential hygiene habits. For children, it is advisable to use a small toothbrush that is suitable for their size and toothpaste containing an age-appropriate amount of fluoride.

To effectively protect enamel, prevent tooth decay, and gum problems, teeth should be brushed two or three times a day. The optimal brushing time is at least two minutes.

By following these dental hygiene tips, you can reduce the risk of dental disease and protect your teeth in the long term. For more information, our practitioners can advise you on toothbrushing techniques, how much toothpaste to use, and which electric toothbrushes are best suited to your mouth.

Brushing your teeth with a toothbrush alone does not allow you to completely reach the spaces between your teeth. After brushing, it is recommended that you use mouthwash. This dental hygiene product helps remove remaining food debris, especially in hard-to-reach areas, such as between your wisdom teeth and gums.
Flossing also helps remove as much residue as possible. Like interdental brushes, floss is effective at cleaning the spaces between teeth. In general, toothbrushes should be changed every three months for good dental hygiene.
Feel free to ask our practitioners for advice on the correct way to brush your teeth. After examining your teeth and gums, they will use their expertise to recommend the most suitable oral hygiene care for your teeth with a personalized, tailor-made prevention program.
Periodontics focuses on oral hygiene.

Despite regular and thorough brushing, various infections can affect the health of your teeth and gums by developing silently. To maintain good dental and gum health, it is therefore essential to visit your dentist regularly.

Certain signs, such as bleeding gums, tooth pain, or bad breath (halitosis), can be warning signs indicating a need for treatment to avoid more serious complications for the teeth and mouth.

Our clinic has a department dedicated to periodontics, made up of a team of practitioners and assistants specializing in dental care and gum health. Our services focus on the prevention and treatment of problems related to teeth and periodontium to ensure optimal oral hygiene.

First, a periodontal assessment will allow the practitioner to identify the degree of gum infection so that it can be treated as early as possible. Dental prevention allows you to adopt the right habits to protect your teeth and avoid complications from potential dental diseases.

Our expertise allows us to offer each patient a customized prevention and hygiene program, which is essential for protecting your teeth. Through personalized follow-up, we help you maintain the health of your teeth by ensuring optimal hygiene to prevent dental problems and strengthen the durability of your dental health.

Therefore, regular periodontal checkups are strongly recommended. This examination is carried out as follows:

• interview with the patient to identify their history and habits when brushing their teeth (how much time do they spend brushing, what products do they use, etc.), their risk factors, their requests, etc.;
• microscopic examination of dental plaque to identify any pathogenic bacteria lodged in the mouth and small spaces between the teeth;
• provision of a report containing a treatment plan tailored specifically to your teeth, with the option of follow-up and a customized quote if required.

If a condition is diagnosed during the periodontal examination, the dentist will inform you about the next steps. If no abnormalities are detected in your teeth, a simple teeth cleaning may be performed to improve the results of brushing after meals. During these check-ups, practitioners will examine your brushing technique and check whether you are brushing for long enough.

Our approach places dental prevention at the heart of our priorities in order to take care of your dental health, ensure quality follow-up, and offer you the opportunity to preserve the health of your teeth and dental capital throughout your life. By taking care of your teeth today, you can ensure a future free of oral health concerns.