How to Have Clean, White Teeth

Steps

1. Rinse your toothbrush under cold water and put on a pea sized amount of toothpaste. If you are aiming for white teeth, use a whitening toothpaste.
2. Start brushing gently. Make sure you clean all your teeth, especially the ones at the back. Brush the sides and backs of each tooth and then gently brush the gums.
3. Brush the roof of your mouth and your tongue, and then rinse your mouth out with water, rinse your toothbrush and put it away. Remember to rinse it well and store it upright.
4. Get a large piece of dental floss and floss in between your teeth. Don't be too forceful or you could make your gums bleed, Move the floss in a C shape around each tooth.
5. Next, rinse your mouth with some good mouthwash. Gargle the mouthwash before you spit it out and you will have clean teeth and fresh breath!

Tips

• If you still have a problem with bad breath, try cutting out foods such as garlic and onions, and stop smoking if you do . If your breath is still bad, see your doctor.
• Visit your dentist twice a year to make sure your teeth are in good condition.
• You should brush your teeth for around 3 mins. If you are having trouble knowing when that time is up, use a timer.
• You should use a toothbrush with soft bristles so that your teeth dont get damaged.
• Have a good diet. Dont eat too much sugar and drink lots of water.
• Replace your toothbrush every 3 months.
• Baking soda is used to clean teeth too.

Warnings

• If your toothbrush is too hard or you are brushing too rough, it could wear down your teeth. Remmeber that your toothbrush should have soft bristles and you should brush gently.
• Don't share your toothbrush with other people, as this can spread germs.