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You may bristle at the thought, but our ancestors used frayed twigs to “brush” their teeth. ... To start, you take very unglamorous pictures of your mouth so Feno can send the right size brush.

Deep cleaning teeth helps get rid of bad breath and promotes healing of gum disease. But deep cleanings have risks too. Learn the pros and cons of deep dental cleaning.

Wait at least 15 minutes after brushing to drink water. After brushing your teeth, Hewlett explains, your saliva will clear the toothpaste out so you won't taste it all day.

Getty Images. Fagan suggests starting the habit from a young age: "Start early, go slow, ... owners should act as though teeth brushing is a treat and something to look forward to.

It's important to brush your teeth once in the morning. Some research suggests that whether you brush before or after breakfast may affect your dental health.