How often do you brush your teeth? Sure, we’ve all been told the ‘twice-a-day’ , but how many of us strictly follow it?

Are there any cultures out there with alternative practices that still maintain good oral health?

I’m intrigued to hear your brushing habits, thoughts on this, and any interesting findings you’ve stumbled upon.

  • pedantichedgehog@sh.itjust.works
    1·
    1 year ago

    I floss and brush religiously every night, have for many years. I had a cavity when I was young and the whole experience was terrible.

    I still ended up with multiple cavities as an adult.

  • valdemar@lemmy.world
    1·
    1 year ago

    I only ever brush before going to bed, never in the mornings.

    I probably started doing this around 6-8 years ago, and have had no problems at my annual check-ups.

    • boogetyboo@aussie.zone
      01·
      1 year ago

      Genuinely feel for people who have to spend time in enclosed spaces with you.

      Congratulations for winning the genetic lottery with the robustness of your teeth, but brushing is also about hygiene. Body odour isn’t physically bad for you, but it is for everyone who has to be near you. Same with your breath.

    • jballs@sh.itjust.works
      13·
      1 year ago

      Same, but I’ve combined my teeth brushing with showering. It gives you a nice excuse to zone out in the shower for just a bit longer.

      • keenanpepper@sopuli.xyz
        1·
        1 year ago

        Pro tip: if you call zoning out “meditating” (because that’s what it is) it makes you feel more put-together and successful. Congrats on your practice of hydrotherapy meditation.

  • 7egend@lemmy.ml
    0·
    1 year ago

    3 times a day.

    I brush after each meal, floss after lunch, and use a waterpik after dinner before brushing.

    Probably excessive, but it’s less than 15 minutes a day total to keep my teeth happy.