Brushing your teeth may seem like second nature, but there are actually a few tooth-brushing tips that may help you achieve better oral health. Even if you schedule regular check-ups and cleanings, it’s important to brush properly because infection-causing bacteria can linger in your mouth and land you back at the dentist. To avoid these issues, the dental experts at Four Corners Dental Group in Anchorage recommend evaluating your dental hygiene routine.

By using proper oral hygiene techniques, you’ll ensure that your teeth are clean and your mouth is healthy. In fact, here are three tips to help you brush more thoroughly:

• Get All The Ins & Outs: Keeping your smile white and shiny may be a top priority when brushing your teeth, but it’s important to remember that other parts of your mouth also need some attention. To keep your entire smile looking and feeling fresh, you’ll need to remember to brush both the inner and outer surfaces of your teeth.

• Get All Four Corners: It’s easy to miss key spots in the back of your mouth when brushing quickly. To avoid this, think of your mouth as having four back corners: two on top and two on the bottom. Check them off mentally as you brush so you never miss important areas where bacteria and food particles can linger.

• Take Your Time: While brushing your teeth can seem like a bit of a chore, it’s essential to spend some time giving your mouth the care it needs to stay healthy. In general, a good brushing should take about two minutes.

To learn more about proper dental hygiene, or to inquire about dentures, veneers, or other affordable dental care services, give Four Corners Dental Group a call at (907) 258-3384, or visit them online.