overbrushing
Too much brushing
Overbrushing is brushing teeth too hard, too often, or too long, which can damage enamel and gums.
Dentists warn against it as a common cause of receding gumlines and tooth sensitivity: The hygienist said my enamel erosion was from overbrushing.
damage
Loss of tooth's outer layer
- gum recessionLoss of gum tissue
- tooth sensitivityPain from exposed nerve endings
- receding gumsTissue withdrawing from teeth
- exposed rootsTree bases above ground
technique
Pliable brush strands
- circular motionTravel along curved path
- excessive forceUnwarranted severity in restraint
prevention
Instrument measuring applied force
- fluoride toothpasteOral hygiene compound with mineral
- remineralizationRestoring mineral content
- sensitive toothpasteDentifrice for reactive teeth
- proper formCorrect manner or method
enamel erosion
Loss of tooth's outer layer
- gum recessionLoss of gum tissue
- tooth sensitivityPain from exposed nerve endings
- receding gumsTissue withdrawing from teeth
soft bristles
Pliable brush strands
- circular motionTravel along curved path
- excessive forceUnwarranted severity in restraint
pressure sensor
Instrument measuring applied force
- fluoride toothpasteOral hygiene compound with mineral
- remineralizationRestoring mineral content
- sensitive toothpasteDentifrice for reactive teeth
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