is it ok to brush your teeth 3 times a day?
148201
Actually, it's a good thing as long as you are using a soft toothbrush that won't remove the enamel from your teeth after long term punishment.  Make sure you brush your gums and tongue also, and use a flouride toothpaste.
51413
yes.  My mom bought one for me a few years ago when I was in college.  It cleans your teeth much more thouroughly.  I can feel the difference when I'm done brushing.  My dentist always compliments me on how well I brush now whenever I go for a check up.
214289
Yes, this is usually a sign of gingivitis which is the 1st stage of periodontal disease.  It is also an indication of poor oral hygiene.  Make sure to brush reguarly (2-3) times per day for at least 2 minutes with a soft toothbrush and also make sure to floss at least once a day.  You will notice that as you begin to do this on a regular basis that the bleeding will stop and the gums will become healthy again.  However, the first step you need to take is to get in to see your dentist for a cleaning and an evaluation and make sure you continue to see your dentist every 6 months for regular check-ups.
69601
You can use one but please make sure that your dailey hygene is ok first. It is not a subitute for daily brushing
1175522
YES, usually twice a day, it prevents gum disease, and many other health problems...
307008
it doesn't matter if you brush all the way until your doc appt. he will still be able to tell or not if you have been brushing your teeth.It also does have something to do with your families backround(sometimes not all the time) kids will take after parents  start brushing 3 times a day but use a sensitive toothpaste because since you don't always brush your gums may be sensitive now just watch out if your gums start to bleed hope this helps !!!!
318786
Actually there are several "dentist and hygienist" approved methods of tooth brushing.  We teach our patients the different methods based on their individual needs.  The easiest one is where you use small circular strokes covering all of the tooth surfaces as well as massaging the gum tissue.  You ALWAYS want to use a soft toothbrush.  As the harder ones are bad for your enamel and gums.  Electric toothbrushes are great, they allow you to be lazy, put the brush to your tooth and it does most of the work all you have to do is move it in your mouth. Make sure you floss everyday this is just as important as brushing your teeth as floss can reach the areas where your brush can't.
200275
You're going to have to brush.. and floss!  But only do that if you intend on keeping your teeth.  It would also be a good idea to see your dentist every 6 months for a cleaning and exam.
514724
Brush your teeth twice a day also see a dentist about a special teeth whightener. Drinks lots of milk. That way your teeth will get whiter and stronger. But you are right about baking soda. There is a special kind of tooth paste dentists use that is made with baking soda. It taste nasty but it works. Try to get your hands on some.
59199
It depends on your metabolism and your body in general.  Once a day should be considered healthy but not everyone is healthy.  Your eating habits have a lot to do with it.
270970
I use a toothbrush and toothpaste
259224
How often do you floss?
676700
You need to make sure that you are flossing everyday and you are getting your teeth cleaned every 6 months. You could do salt water rinse. Part warm water, part salt, do not swallow.
185592
Making sure to brush properly and on a regular basis..2-3 times per day using a soft toothbrush... flossing at least once perday and seeing your dentist every 6 months for a regular cleaning and exam.  Most people are not aware that they can brush every day and go their entire lives with no cavities and still lose all of their teeth to periodontal disease due to not flossing.  I cannot stress the importance of flossing enough!!!!
1099038
Ingested fluoride is important until all your adult teeth are formed to help make the teeth strong.  To keep them strong and healthy brush at least 2 times a day for at least 2 minutes with a soft bristle brush.  The brush should be angled at 45 degrees and you should start at the gums and "vibrate" the brush.  Don't scrub back and forth.  This can cause recession and wear the enamel.  If this sounds like a lot of work think about a Sonicare toothbrush.  Floss daily.  Make sure you get under the gumline and wrap the floss like a "C" around each side.  You can also use an antimicrobial mouthwash like Listerine to keep the gums healthy.  Or you could use a fluoride mouthwash like ACT to help remineralize the enamel.  Also regular cleaning and exams (once every six months will be sufficient if you have no existing periodontal conditions or other dental problems) are very important to maintaining dental health.
214428
You should be flossing at least once a day.  It will catch up with you in the end if you do not.  You would be amazed how many people go well into adulthood with straight white teeth and no cavities and then end up losing all of their teeth due to bone loss caused by periodontal disease becaues they did not floss.  An old and very true saying is "only floss the teeth you want to keep"!
964906
It's actually bad for your gums, not your teeth. You're brushing for way too long.