How to brush your teeth: check yourself!

Do not limit recommended by the two tooth brushing in the morning and evening. Scientists have recommended immediately after lunch rub the gums toothpaste - it protects against tooth decay.

A group of researchers from the University of Gothenburg in Sweden found that the simplest rubbing toothpaste gum four times reduces the risk of tooth decay, improving the protection fluoride teeth by as much as 400%. These conclusions were based on observations of the use of toothpastes with high fluoride content, which in Sweden are sold by prescription.

The researchers asked 16 volunteers to brush your teeth a different number of times a day, and some have offered in addition to a toothbrush to rub the paste is also the day in the gums with your fingers. It turned out that this "massage" is no less effective in caries prevention Than the third day after tooth brushing with a brush. Rubbing significantly increases the amount of fluoride in the mouth. Fluoride (fluoride) is toxic to the bacteria that cause caries. This mineral enhances the protective tooth enamel.

"Rubbing the gum paste is a great addition in caries prevention - Said study author Dr. Anna Nordstrom. - But I want to warn that this "massage" in no way should not replace the mandatory morning and evening cleaning the teeth with a brush and paste. Also, it is not necessary to rinse your mouth with water after brushing. "

Not all experts agree with this view. Some believe that fluoride pose a threat to human health as a whole, as they have dangerous side effects. For example, fluorides increase the risk of bone cancer in males. Experts of the British Dental Association are convinced that fluoride - are safe and effective.

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