🦷 Why do we have to brush our teeth?

Brushing your teeth keeps them clean and shiny! 🦷✨ When you eat yummy food, tiny bits can stick to your teeth. If you don't brush, those bits can turn into sugar bugs (germs) that make holes in your teeth called cavities. Ouch! 🚫🦠

Brush your teeth twice a day to keep them strong and healthy. Use a fun toothbrush and yummy toothpaste to make it a happy time! 🎉

Brushing your teeth is like giving them a superhero shield! 🦸‍♂️🦷 When you eat, plaque (a sticky film of germs) forms on your teeth. Plaque loves sugar and turns it into acid, which can cause cavities. Brushing removes plaque and keeps your teeth strong!

Here’s how to brush like a pro:

• Use a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.
• Brush for 2 minutes, covering all sides of your teeth.
• Don’t forget your tongue—it hides germs too! 👅

Brushing your teeth is a science-backed health essential! 🔬🦷 Here’s why:

1. Plaque Attack: Plaque is a biofilm of bacteria that forms on teeth. It feeds on sugars, producing acids that erode enamel (tooth armor) and cause cavities. Brushing disrupts plaque buildup.

2. Gum Defense: Without brushing, plaque hardens into tartar, which irritates gums and can lead to gum disease—a major cause of tooth loss in adults.

3. Fresh Breath: Bacteria in plaque release smelly compounds. Brushing keeps your breath minty fresh! 🌿

Pro Tip: Pair brushing with flossing to clean between teeth—where 40% of plaque hides!