What is dry brushing your teeth?

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asked Aug 8, 2018 in Dental by Elsie G (210 points)
What is dry brushing your teeth?

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answered Aug 12, 2018 by Jcote (300 points)
When you dry brush your teeth it means you brush your teeth with a toothbrush but without using toothpaste.

Dry brushing your teeth is what gets the plaque germs off your teeth whereas regular brushing doesn't remove that plaque.

Dry tooth brushing offers a number of benefits for oral health.

Many people including myself miss the lower inside arch of the lower jaw, where plaque buildup often occurs fastest.

When we Dry brush our teeth it helps reduce the amount of plaque buildup in this area, and also massages the gums for oral health.

Dry brushing the gums also helps to reduce gum sensitivity and bleeding.

Toothpastes provide bacteria-fighting properties that help protect against decay and cavities.

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