How to Remove Plaque Below the Gums
Things You'll Need
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste containing fluoride
- Dental floss
Instructions
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Brush your teeth at least twice a day to remove plaque.
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Perfect the proper brushing technique. Place your brush along the gum line at a 45 degree angle. Brush the surface of each tooth in a vibrating, circular motion. Repeat on the inside surfaces of every tooth. Be sure to maintain contact with your gums while you brush.
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Floss in between your teeth at least once each day. Use about 15 inches of dental floss and wrap the ends around your middle fingers until you have about 2 inches left in between.
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Ease the floss in between each tooth, moving down toward the gums in a zig-zag motion. When you get to the gum, guide the floss around and under the curve of the tooth to clean away plaque from under the gum line.
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Schedule an appointment for professional teeth cleaning with your dentist at least once a year. Your dentist will perform a scaling or manual removal of plaque buildup from the surface of your teeth and below the gums.
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