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Brushing Teeth

Kodey

So, on a similar topic to the dentist thread, I really stuggle to brush my teeth. I hate to admit this to people, I feel so bad about it. Have done for years. This bothers me a lot, it makes my teeth look bad and will mean I'm more likely to get issues with them. I also really dislike the dentist.

I want to be better at brushing my teeth but I can't even really identify why this issue is even occuring. Its partly the remembering it but sometimes I remember, but just really don't want to. I hate brushing them. But I want to look after myself properly and also not have to go to the dentist because of issues I can prevent.

So what can I do? How can I get better at it?

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  • Maybe you could try setting phone alarms to remind you to do it, along with a timer so that you're brushing for the right amount of time? I think the recommendation is two minutes, although I'm not sure I do it for that long.

    Mouthwash can also be good for catching any bacteria you might have missed. I've used Listerine Advanced Defence Gum Treatment when my gums/teeth have got bad, but I don't use it long-term (mouthwash can stain your teeth if you use it all the time, but it does help with cleaning every now and again). I noticed Listerine are also advertising a mouthwash with a milder taste now, so that might be worth a try if you struggle with strong flavours (their products are here): https://www.listerine.co.uk/products

    Corsodyl is supposed to be good too, but I can't cope with the taste (everyone's different though, so it might be fine for you).

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  • Maybe you could try setting phone alarms to remind you to do it, along with a timer so that you're brushing for the right amount of time? I think the recommendation is two minutes, although I'm not sure I do it for that long.

    Mouthwash can also be good for catching any bacteria you might have missed. I've used Listerine Advanced Defence Gum Treatment when my gums/teeth have got bad, but I don't use it long-term (mouthwash can stain your teeth if you use it all the time, but it does help with cleaning every now and again). I noticed Listerine are also advertising a mouthwash with a milder taste now, so that might be worth a try if you struggle with strong flavours (their products are here): https://www.listerine.co.uk/products

    Corsodyl is supposed to be good too, but I can't cope with the taste (everyone's different though, so it might be fine for you).

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