Google Rating
4.8
London Bridge Dental Practice
facebook instagram twitter
  • 108-110 Tooley Street
  • .
  • London
  • .
  • SE1 2TH

London Bridge’s 4 Toothbrush Tips To Treat Tooth Decay

23 / 10 / 2014

Your toothbrush is one of the best weapons against tooth decay, so it’s important to use it in the best way possible. Here are 4 toothbrush tips to treat and prevent decay:

1. Change your toothbrush regularly: the bristles of your brush
become worn with time and once they start to wear, they clean
less effectively. It’s important to change your toothbrush or
the brush head on your electric toothbrush frequently to ensure
the best clean. Some brushes are marked with coloured
indicators, which show you when you need to change your brush.
Usually, brushes need to be replaced every 3-4 months

2. Invest in an electric toothbrush: electric toothbrushes are
proven to remove plaque more effectively than manual brushes,
so we recommend investing in an electric brush. You don’t need
to spend a lot of money and once you’ve bought the brush, you
only need to buy replacement brush heads; brushes are available
from £10 and they are easy to use. If you want to pay a little
more, you can benefit from additional features, including
timers and different brushing modes.

3. Be gentle: many people assume that the harder they brush, the
better, but this is not true. In fact, brushing too hard can
actually be harmful for the teeth because it can damage the
enamel and cause it to become worn. If you’re using an electric
toothbrush, the brush does all the hard work for you, so simply
guide it along your teeth; you don’t need to apply any
additional force or brushing motions.

4. Reach right into the corners: when you are brushing your
teeth, it’s really important to make sure that you cover every
surface of every tooth and reach right into the corners of the
mouth. We also recommend using inter-dental brushes to clean
between the teeth.

If you have any questions or concerns about teeth cleaning, don’t hesitate to ask our dentists or dental hygienists for advice.

Back to Blog

Blog Categories

Get In Touch

We Love Our Patients

"I’ve been having work done with Michael for over 2 years. Started with Invisalign, whitening and composite bonding.…

Scarlett B

We Love Our Patients

"Highly recommend this practice. I was already quietly impressed with their professionalism and friendliness in normal times, but…

Peter J

We Love Our Patients

"I remain very careful in who attends to my health. Yet so pleased to have chosen LBDP. I…

Adib J

We Love Our Patients

"Perfect dentistry 5 star service and quality. Michael is a dentist at the top of his game and…

Emma C

We Love Our Patients

"Great service! I chipped my tooth and the reconstruction is a work of art. Very happy. Lovely dentist…

Ema K

We Love Our Patients

"I had a couple of teeth near the front missing, the rest had all moved so I had…

Paul and Jo

We Love Our Patients

"I couldn't recommend Ebuni enough! She has amazing empathy if you're nervous and goes out of her way…

Gabrielle L

We Love Our Patients

"Michael has been a phenomenal dentist and I have thoroughly enjoyed the process of getting my Invisalign's done…

Lydia L

We Love Our Patients

"About 6 months ago I had two permanent retainers fitted behind my top and bottom teeth and was…

Constance O

We Love Our Patients

"Very very happy with my Invisalign treatment and the dentist and staff were so friendly and helpful. Thanks…

Sarah L

View testimonials
e smile assessment
e smile assessment

E-smile Assessment

e smile assessment
e smile assessment

0% Dental Finance Available

e smile assessment
e smile assessment

Free Cosmetic Consultation

e smile assessment
e smile assessment

E-smile Assessment

e smile assessment
e smile assessment

0% Dental Finance Available

e smile assessment
e smile assessment

Free Cosmetic Consultation

General Dentistry

Exceptional care is at the heart of our practice.

Learn More

Cosmetic Dentistry

Enjoy the advances of modern cosmetic dentistry with us.

Learn More

Teeth Straightening

Invisalign® aligners can straighten teeth quickly, safely and effectively.

Learn More

Dental Implants

Restore the natural function of your teeth with dental implants.

Learn More

Advanced Dentistry

We offer a wide range of implant and prosthetic treatments.

Learn More

Facial Aesthetics

A smooth journey to a new you.

Learn More