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Do You Brush the Roof of Your Mouth Each Day?


Posted on 6/21/2021 by Mark Bieber
Do You Brush the Roof of Your Mouth Each Day?Most people brush their teeth on a daily basis. Some brush their tongue and gums, but most do not think of the roof of the mouth. Just like any other oral part, cleaning the roof of your mouth is particularly important. We recommend that you brush the roof of your mouth on a daily basis; this will help improve your oral health.

Vital in Eliminating Bacteria


Regular brushing of the roof of your mouth helps eliminate bacteria. Just like it is the case with teeth, tongue, and gums, bacteria will settle on the roof of your mouth if you do not brush it regularly. The presence of bacteria in your mouth can lead to several oral problems. For example, it can cause tooth decay. The bacteria will eat through the enamel of your tooth, exposing it to a host of other problems. Regular brushing of the roof of your mouth will eliminate such bacteria. So, when brushing your teeth and tongue, pay the same attention to the roof of your mouth.

Helps Avoid Bad Breath


Even though the tongue plays a bigger role in leading to bad breath, the roof of your mouth plays a part. If you fail to brush the roof of your mouth for a long time, bacteria will accumulate. Continued accumulation of bacteria leads to a bad odor. Therefore, it is important to clean the roof of your mouth regularly. It is important to note that when brushing the roof of your mouth, you should be gentle. This is because it is highly exposed, and vigorous brushing can lead to bleeding. We also recommend the use of soft toothbrushes when brushing the roof of your mouth. Hard brushes can damage the roof and similarly causing bleeding. Visit our offices for more information on the importance of brushing the roof of your mouth.

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