Dental Hygiene Best Practices

What is the recommended angle to hold your toothbrush when brushing towards the gumline?

• 30 degrees

• 45 degrees

• 60 degrees

• 90 degrees

Which brushing method should be avoided for most tooth surfaces?

• Gentle circles

• Pulsating strokes

• Scrub brush method

• Back and forth

What type of toothbrush bristles should always be used?

• Firm

• Medium

• Hard

• Soft

How often should you brush your teeth and floss, according to the American Dental Association?

• Brush once a day, floss once a week

• Brush twice a day, floss once a day

• Brush once a day, floss once a day

• Brush twice a day, floss once a week

What percentage of your tooth surface is cleaned by brushing alone?

• 100%

• 80%

• 60%

• 40%