Life Hack: How to brush your teeth correctly and the mistakes to avoid

Are you looking after your dental health?
The average time people spend brushing their teeth is around 35 to 40 seconds — far short of the two-minute ideal

The average time people spend brushing their teeth is around 35 to 40 seconds — far short of the two-minute ideal

Mon, 24 Feb, 2025 - 17:41
Denise O’Donoghue

Are you brushing your teeth correctly? And what about flossing?

I recently attended an event with Burst Oral Care in Cork where their ambassador Charlotte Stirk opened my eyes to some common dental hygiene oversights. 

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