{"id":56,"date":"2017-05-28T22:35:33","date_gmt":"2017-05-28T22:35:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/?p=56"},"modified":"2017-05-28T22:35:33","modified_gmt":"2017-05-28T22:35:33","slug":"dentist-in-coatesville-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/dentist-in-coatesville-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in Coatesville Speaks About Over-Brushing"},"content":{"rendered":"\"YourSince you were a kid, you\u2019ve always been taught that brushing your teeth and gums will keep them healthy and attractive. This is true, but there are some patients who go overboard when brushing their teeth. People are surprised to learn that there is such a thing as over-brushing your teeth. Over-brushing the teeth can lead to sensitivity and receding gums. Your dentist in Coatesville wants to share with you the proper way to brush and take care of your teeth at home.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Do you \u201cover-brush\u201d your teeth?<\/h2>\r\nIf you are particularly diligent about maintaining good oral hygiene and are using a medium or hard-bristled toothbrush, you may be damaging your smile by over-brushing. When the teeth are brushed too often and too vigorously, it can wear down tooth enamel and cause the gums to recede. When your sensitive tooth roots are exposed, you can experience tooth pain and be susceptible to more dental issues than normal. This puts the root areas of the teeth at higher risk for decay while also raising your risk for developing periodontal disease.\r\n

Brushing Tips from Chester County Dental Arts<\/h2>\r\nIf you think you\u2019ve been brushing your teeth too hard or too frequently, it\u2019s never too late to make positive changes to your oral hygiene routine. Here are some tips for brushing from your team at Chester County Dental Arts \u2013 where we make it our mission to help our patients maintain healthy, beautiful smiles.\r\n