Brush Up for a Brighter Smile: Top Oral Hygiene Techniques

Today on Holistic Dentistry I'm joined by my guest , Shilla Eshaghian, a Southern California Registered Dental Hygienist who discovered her true passion in biological dental cleaning, transforming her patients' lives by enhancing their confidence.  Shilla received a Bachelors of Science Degree in 2005 from University of Southern California, and now dedicates herself to providing exceptional conservative care and personalized attention. She has over 18 years of biomimetic, restorative, cosmetic and biological Dentistry, and firmly believes in educating her patients about proper oral hygiene practices, emphasizing preventive measures and regular dental visits.  In this episode, Dr. Sanda and Shilla have a lot to discuss about top oral hygiene techniques, including how often to brush your teeth, brushing techniques, how often to change your toothbrush, and the importance of brushing both the roof of your mouth and your tongue. Also, be sure to take a look at our Proper Brushing Techniques chart for more information! Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way.    Key Takeaways: (2:27) An article about brushing your teeth and plaque removal (4:11) The most important times of the day to brush your teeth (10:09) The importance of using the right brushing technique with examples (16:37) Tips for how to clean crowded teeth (18:43) How often your toothbrush should be replaced  (21:17) Diet's role in plaque build up and biofilm on the teeth  (22:41) End your brush by cleaning your tongue and roof of mouth   Guest Info:  Shilla Eshaghian | Instagram   Resources: Download our guide for How To Brush Your Teeth!   Connect With Us:  BeverlyHillsDentalHealth.com | Instagram DrSandaMoldovan.com | Instagram  Orasana.com | Instagram