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Damage teeth by too much brushing?

.butterfly.x.

Is it possible to damage your teeth by brushing them too often. I know you can if you brush them too hard but I sometimes brush my teeth upto 4 times a day and wondered if this could become a problem.

Reply 1

brimstone

Over brushing can lead to the enamel on your teeth coming off.

Reply 2

jellybaby1

My dentist told me to be careful when I was brushing my teeth because I was starting to wear my gums away! 4 times a day could be a little too much - I use mouthwash instead if I want my mouth to feel cleaner, maybe you could try that?

Reply 3

lasttoiletroll

it could cause receding gums aswell. using a soft toothbrush helps

Reply 4

Talon

Yes it isnt good for the gums. If I were you id clean them 3 times a day max and use gum/mouthwash the rest of the time.

Reply 5

.butterfly.x.

Ok thanks...don't know why I never thought of mouthwash.

Reply 6

quadruple_twist

Can't excess fluoride also leave brown stains on your teeth?

Reply 7

thefish_uk

miss_giggles

Whenever I change the head on my electric toothbrush my gums become really sore for a bit. Then the head softens up a little and it's fine.

Reply 8

DoMakeSayThink

Also, it's recommended you don't brush your teeth shortly after drinking something particularly acidic (orange juice, grapefruit juice, coke). I'm guilty of doing this most mornings, because I can't wake up without a glass of decent orange juice, but if it can be avoided, do so.