For adults, brush for about two minutes twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, including before bed. Use gentle pressure and clean the outer, inner and chewing surfaces. Spit out excess toothpaste afterwards instead of immediately rinsing it away.
Choose a brush and toothpaste
A soft, small-headed manual toothbrush or a suitable powered brush can work well. Choose an adult fluoride toothpaste, commonly 1,350–1,500 ppm, unless your dentist prescribes something different. Replace a worn brush or head, typically around every three to four months or sooner if bristles splay.
Follow the same sequence
Divide your mouth into sections. Place the bristles toward the gumline and use small, gentle movements. Clean the outer surfaces, then inner surfaces, then chewing surfaces. Tilt the brush to reach behind the front teeth and do not forget the last molars. With a powered brush, guide the head as its instructions describe rather than scrubbing hard.
Finish without washing the fluoride away
Spit out excess toothpaste. Avoid an immediate water rinse. If a fluoride mouthwash is recommended, use it at another time rather than directly after brushing. Brush before bed and on one other occasion daily. The routine should clean carefully, not simply run down a timer.
Check the areas you miss
Daily interdental cleaning handles spaces the toothbrush cannot reach. Ask for advice if your gums repeatedly bleed, the brush hurts, or you have limited hand movement. Braces, bridges and fixed retainers may need additional tools. This adult guide does not replace age-specific toothpaste amounts and supervision for children.
Frequently asked questions
Should I brush harder to remove more plaque?
No. Gentle, thorough brushing is preferable to forceful scrubbing.
Is a manual brush enough?
It can be, if you clean all surfaces effectively. A powered brush may make the task easier for some people.
Does brushing replace floss or interdental brushes?
No. You still need a suitable way to clean between teeth.
Should I rinse until the toothpaste taste disappears?
Avoid rinsing immediately after brushing so fluoride remains in contact with the teeth.
Speak with Skytrain Dental
For an assessment or advice about your treatment, contact Skytrain Dental Group on +66 62-939-6365 or LINE @skytraindental. Follow the instructions given by your treating clinician.
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References checked 6 November 2026.
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