How to Get Into the Routine of Brushing Your Teeth

Brushing your teeth is an important daily practice to help prevent cavities and remove harmful plaque. Establishing an oral hygiene routine can help you remember to brush your teeth daily. The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth at least twice a day or after meals. Flossing every night is also an important part of your dental routine, along with regular visits to the dentist. Learning how to get into the routine of brushing your teeth is simply a matter of setting reminders.

Instructions

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  Use reminders around your house or apartment. Place sticky notes on your bathroom mirror or by your bedside, reminding you to brush your teeth.

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  Set your cell phone alarm to go off daily at a specific time to alert you to brush your teeth. Set your alarm for morning and night to help you establish a routine.

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  Brush your teeth at the same time every night and morning to help you establish a routine. Brush as soon as you wake up or right after breakfast, then again right after dinner or when getting ready to go to bed.

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  Keep a toothbrush and toothpaste with you in your backpack, purse, or in your desk drawer at work. These will serve as reminders to stick to your routine.