Dentist warns 'number one' brushing mistake can lead to tooth loss

How you brush your teeth is important (Image: Getty) A dentist has sounded the alarm on the "number one brushing mistake" that could lead to severe gum damage and even tooth loss. Dr Andrej Bozic, an oral health expert at Dentum , has issued a stark warning about the dangers of overzealous tooth brushing. Dr Bozic cautions that while regular brushing is vital for staving off plaque and cavities, going too hard can wreak havoc on your gums.

"While brushing your teeth regularly is crucial for removing plaque and preventing cavities, brushing too hard can damage the delicate gum tissue," he explained. The result? Gums that shrink back, exposing sensitive tooth roots prone to decay and discomfort. The slow creep of gum recession often goes unnoticed until significant harm has been done.

It's typically triggered by rough brushing habits, creating openings ripe for bacterial invasion and gum disease, reports Gloucestershire Live . function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.

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