Denton Smiles Dentistry Brushing Regimen

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By Denton Smiles Dentistry | April 14, 2016

How to brush your teeth in Denton, TX.  At  Denton Smiles Dentistry, we have many patients ask us “what is the best way to brush our teeth.”  Well taking care of your teeth goes beyond just brushing and flossing.  We recommend a brushing regimen partially based on the system developed by renowned Dentist/Educator Dr. Ellie Phillips and our office.  We will preface by saying that this is not for everyone but for those who have stuck with it the oral hygiene results have been excellent.

Before You Start

Before you begin this brushing regimen, you will need to purchase the following Oral Health products.

CloSYS Mouth rinse (Unflavored)

Crest Cavity Prevention

Listerine Mouth rinse (Original or Cool Mint)

ACT Anti-cavity Fluoride Rinse

The Brushing Regimen

  • Step One: Prep and Brush
    1. Swish with CloSYS rinse for one minute. Make sure you swish around vigorously
    2. Immediately after spitting, floss all your teeth and then brush with Crest Cavity Prevention. Brush for two minutes, making sure you cover all the surfaces of your teeth and brushing your gums.
  • Step Two: Clean and Disinfect
    1. Immediately after brushing, rinse with Listerine for two minutes. DO NOT rinse with water after brushing.  Instead, rinse and swish with the Listerine.  Make sure you swish vigorously
  • Step Three: Protect and Remineralize
    1. Immediately after rinsing with Listerine, rinse and swish with the ACT mouth rinse for one minute. This is a fluoride rinse that will help strengthen and protect your teeth.

Additional Info

  • During the brushing regimen, make sure you DO NOT rinse with water between any of the steps. Each step is followed by swishing with a different mouth rinse concluding with ACT mouth rinse.
  • If you are doing the brushing regimen in the morning, then wait at least thirty minutes to eat or drink afterwards. If you are doing the brushing regimen in the evening, make sure it is the last thing you do before bed.  In other words, drink your water beforehand

Frequently asked Questions

  • How often do I need to do this brushing regimen?
    1. At least two times per day, preferably morning and night time. No more than three times per day.
  • Do we have to use the products suggested in the brushing regimen?
    1. Yes! We highly recommend using the products we suggested.  Alone, all of these products are good oral hygiene aids but together they are amazing.  You will notice that all of the products are the most basic formula of their product line.  There are no additional whitening agents, tartar control agents, or antimicrobials in these products.  Many times (not all the time) extra additives can cause increased gum damage, enamel damage, and overall harm to your health.  With that being said, there are many products out there that are great but these are the ones that Dr. Vo and Dr. Tran prefer.
  • Is the brushing regimen for everyone?
    1. It is great for adults but modifications will be needed for kids.
      1. Ages 10 and up = Brushing Regimen
      2. Ages 5-9 = Crest cavity prevention and ACT fluoride rinse (If your child has not learned or unable to spit out their toothpaste and/or ACT rinse then use a fluoride free toothpaste only)
      3. Ages 0-5 = fluoride free toothpaste

Final Thoughts

If there are any questions about taking proper care of your teeth then please consult with your Dentist.  If you are a patient of ours, feel free to contact us at any time and we will be happy to answer any questions.   A proper brushing regimen is only one facet of a comprehensive dental care system.  A proper diet and routine dental care are other important components.  If you are due for a dental check-up or have not seen a Dentist in quite some time, we would love to take care of you.  Give our office a call at (940) 380-1188.

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