Ditch Your Toothbrush

Yep, we said it and we'll say it again: Ditch your toothbrush! At least ditch it every three to four months, that is, says the American Dental Association's recommendation for toothbrush replacement. And beyond brushing the old-fashioned way, we have six tricks, tips, and technological innovations that could keep your teeth even healthier.

1. Let the Brush Do the Work
You have the latest HDTV, but perhaps haven't considered going high-tech with your toothbrush. "Some people brush too hard. Some people don't brush enough," says dentist Ruchi Nijjar Sahota, DDS, in Fremont, California. And neither are good. She says brushing too hard can actually scrub away tooth enamel. "Electronic toothbrushes can make it easier for everyone to brush in the right way, but you've gotta allow the toothbrush to do it's thing," she explains. "The electronic toothbrush moves on its own, so you should try to be gentle with it to allow the bristles to work." She recommends just a gentle side-to-side motion across your teeth without applying any pressure. Your dentist will be able to tell you if, control freak, you're trying to do too much yourself.

Source: http://www.womenshealthmag.com/health/toothbrush

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