 
Crest can’t fight the oral health epidemic alone. We need your help. Children need to be told by the adults in their lives that caring for your teeth and gums is just as important as washing your hands. Also, nothing works better than setting a good example by practicing good oral care yourself.
Why is this so important for your kids? Because the added bonus of good oral health is a beautiful smile. The real benefit of good oral care is preventing cavities that can be both painful and cause early tooth loss. Proper care also prevents gum disease that can cause eventual tooth loss, bad breath, and can even be the beginning of other serious health problems.
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Check out these proper brushing techniques!
- Outer & Inner Surfaces: Place toothbrush at a 45-degree angle; starting along the gum line use gentle, short, tooth-wide strokes against the gum line.
- Chewing surfaces: Hold the brush flat and brush back and forth.
- Inside surface of front teeth: Tilt brush vertically; use gentle up-and-down strokes with toe of brush.
- Brush the tongue: Use a back-to-front sweeping method to remove food particles and freshen the mouth. Remember to gently brush the roof of the mouth too.
- Brush long enough to thoroughly clean all tooth surfaces. The brushing motion itself helps remove stains, so don’t cut short the effectiveness.
Other useful tips!
- Be sure to visit your dentist regularly and brush twice a day.
- Brush your teeth for at least 2 minutes each time.
- Use a soft brush so it is gentle on the gums and remember to change your brush every 3 months.
- Use a fluoride toothpaste to help strengthen the enamel on your teeth.
- Floss – floss – floss!
- Eat healthy and choose snacks that are better for teeth such as fruits, vegetables, low-fat yogurt and cheese.
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