Adoptez le bon geste pour des dents saines : nos conseils pour un brossage efficace

Adopt the right technique for healthy teeth: our tips for effective tooth brushing

An effective tooth brushing depends as much on the choice of toothbrush as on how it is used daily. Too often, we think we’re doing the right thing by brushing hard or quickly. However, these actions can be counterproductive and even harmful to sensitive gums and tooth enamel.

To help you adopt the right habits for optimal oral hygiene, we’ve gathered advice from Jessica Ambrosio Cardenas, a dental hygienist, who shares here five simple but essential steps to turn your routine into true dental care.

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1. Holding

Hold your toothbrush lightly between your thumb and index finger for better control and to protect your gums with less pressure.

2. Angle

Place your toothbrush at a 45° angle between the gum and the tooth, as if you were trying to slide the bristles under the gum line. The flat handle of Berninox toothbrushes helps you find this angle.

3. Movement

Make very small circular motions on the outer and inner surfaces of each tooth. Use horizontal back-and-forth motions on the chewing surfaces.

4. Sequence

Brush each section for 30 seconds, without going over the same area twice.

Don’t forget the inner sides and the chewing surfaces.

5. Duration

The total brushing time should be between 2 and 3 minutes. Brushing too hard can damage gums. Two to three brushings per day are sufficient for good oral hygiene.

About Jessica

Jessica is a passionate dental hygienist who graduated in 2017.

She works in a dental clinic in Versoix and also founded her own tooth gem studio in Carouge. With her experience — particularly through brushing classes she’s given in schools — she has developed deep expertise in oral hygiene and cleaning techniques suitable for all ages.

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