Common mistakes in brushing teeth: Brushing with too much pressure

A lot helps a lot? Not in this case! Many people tend to press the toothbrush head too tightly against their teeth and gums when brushing their teeth. Often, this is the only way to make many people feel that everything is getting really clean. But in the long run, teeth do not forgive you for that. Brushing with excessive pressure can cause permanent damage to the enamel and gums. The tooth enamel and the dentin underneath it cover the tooth and protect it. If one of the two hard dental substances is injured, the tooth is more susceptible to disease and more sensitive to cold and heat. In addition, if the pressure is too high, the gums are pushed up or down and the dental neck becomes free, making it unprotected and susceptible to infections.

This is how you do it right: The optimum pressure when brushing your teeth is between 100 and 150 grams. That’s just the weight of a small banana. You should only apply as much pressure as is necessary to hold the toothbrush between your thumb and forefinger. Many electric toothbrushes are also equipped with an additional function that constantly monitors the pressure during the brushing process.