how much is too much for brushing our teeth in a day? (lemmy.world)

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[-] jasep@lemmy.world 6 points 1 year ago

I don't know the number, but you can definitely brush too much. My sister in law was obsessive about brushing her teeth so much that the dentist advised her to lay off as she was damaging her teeth enamel.

[-] aeronmelon@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

Brush less hard, buy brushes with softer bristles.

That's what I get told.

[-] LowtierComputer@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

That's exactly what I did. Switched to twice a day, slightly less time during each and instead flossing and using non-alcoholic mouthwash.

With great results!

I do not whiten my teeth. I do drink tea.

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