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What is the right technique to brush teeth. If the wrong technique can damage then may be the damage is because of my technique.
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Do not brush horizontally. Always brush vertically.
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Very true try not to use too much of force and also use soft brush as we tend to put too much force on the tooth. As a thumb rule your toothbrush should last 3-6 months if you are changing before that you are applying too much of force.
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Wrong brushing technique can damage the teeth, Proper brushing technique can be demonstrated by your dentist. By writing you can not understand it properly.
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