In what ways can properly brushing your teeth prevent oral health complications?


Are you brushing your teeth properly?

Good oral health which includes disease-free teeth and supporting tissues are important for overall physical health. Effective oral health and prevention methods can be accomplished by properly brushing your teeth. Maintaining good oral hygiene is a must for having healthy teeth. According to the research article, Oral Health Behavior and Social and Health Factors in University Students from 26 Low, Middle and High Income Countries, statistics showed 32.8% of individuals had unhealthy oral health caused by poor toothbrushing techniques  (Peltzer). Brushing your teeth properly is important in order to prevent issues involving the teeth and gums.  There are four main techniques in which individuals can use in order to properly brush their teeth while using a soft manual tooth brush to prevent further complications. The four brushing methods that dental professionals encourage their patients to use, each addressing different  oral health concerns (Peltzer).