Cleaning your teeth doesn’t have to be a chore. If you find it difficult or painful to brush your teeth, there could be a simple solution. Below are just a few simple tips.

Get an electric toothbrush

Electric toothbrushes tend to do a much more thorough job than regular ones. This is because the fast-spinning bristles are able to remove more plaque. Electric toothbrushes also have smaller heads, making it easier to get into hard-to-reach areas. This is a good investment in the long run.

Explore pain relief options

If you have sensitive teeth or gums, brushing your teeth could be a task you dread due to the pain. One option could be to use numbing gels before or after brushing. You could also try using special toothpastes to see if these make an impact, such toothpastes have additives to help protect sensitive parts of your teeth. 

Invest in teeth straightening

If your teeth are misaligned, you could find that certain parts of your teeth are harder to access with a toothbrush. This could lead to plaque build-ups that you cannot get rid of, and ultimately cavities. Investing in treatment to straighten teeth could be worthwhile to make your teeth easier to brush. Nowadays, there are many different methods of teeth straightening including invisible braces. Teeth straightening can be expensive, however there are payment plans that you can look into. It’s worth comparing different orthodontists and teeth straightening methods to find the best prices. 

Talk to your dentist

If you’ve noticed that you’ve got hard plaque on your teeth that won’t budge, it could be worth talking to your dentist. Hardened plaque (known as tartar) often needs to be removed by a professional dental hygienist. Similarly, if you experience pain when you brush, it could be worth talking to a dentist to find out what the cause is. You may have a hidden cavity, gum disease or another oral problem that a dentist can diagnose and find the right treatment for. 

Break the bad habits

Bad habits like smoking, heavy drinking and eating lots of sugar are all bad for our teeth. They can result in increased build-ups of plaque, which often means having to brush teeth more thoroughly. By breaking these bad habits, you can make it easier to keep your teeth clean. Breaking bad habits is never easy, but is always worth trying.