Minister revealed interesting facts about brushing teeth.

Minister of Health Ulyana Suprun said on her Facebook page that she needed to change her toothbrush every three months.

"During this time, the brush wears out, the elasticity of the bristles is lost, so the cleaning efficiency decreases. In addition, with time, the bacteria accumulate on the brush, in the future can cause inflammation of the mouth, "- says the doctor.

In addition, Uliana Suprun recommended brushing your teeth at least two minutes twice a day.

"Studies show that the duration of brushing teeth should be at least two minutes. The duration depends on the efficiency of cleaning the oral cavity, reduces the risk of caries and gum disease ".

It is also important to use toothpaste with the correct concentration of fluoride.

"The fluorine content should always be indicated on the package. Adults are advised to use a toothpaste containing at least 1350 ppm of fluoride. If you have sensitive teeth it is not recommended to use toothpastes containing fluoride, "- writes the official.

For children there are special children's pastes, however, it is not always necessary to use them. Children of any age can use family paste if it contains 1350-1500 ppm fluoride. The amount of toothpaste on the brush for children should be the size of a pea.

Let's remind, why it is impossible to clean a teeth after a breakfast: the answer of scientists.

According to the British Association of Dentists, teeth must be cleaned immediately before bed and one more time during the day.

"If you are used to brushing your teeth in the morning, it does not matter whether you do it before breakfast or after it. But remember: between the reception of food and hygienic procedure should take at least an hour! "- experts say.

In addition, we wrote that dentists have criticized all mouthwashes.

Oral rinses are becoming more popular, but are they really as effective as advertising says?. Scientists say that there is no.

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