Why do dentists always recommend to brush 2 times for 2-3 minutes? (lemmy.zip)

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I almost always read in the news/press that dentists recommend to brush teeth two times a day for 2-3 minutes.

This drives me crazy, because it does not make sense; The point for dental health is to systematical clean every surface of your teeth twice a day (and use inter-dental brushes/floss once a day). For me, brushing my teeth takes around 6 minutes, if I hurry up. For someone faster it might be possible in 1 minute.

So, why do dentists always give the 2-3 minutes recommendation?

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[-] Mothra@mander.xyz 11 points 1 year ago

I'm also like you with my timing but most people I know say I take ages with my teeth. Apparently most people are done with their brushing in less than one minute. Therefore, dentists recommend spending at least two or three. I don't think you need to brush for less time than what you already are.

[-] wolf@lemmy.zip 1 points 1 year ago

Thanks, good to hear, I am not the only one. :-)

[-] Touching_Grass@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

What's your cavity situation like

[-] Mothra@mander.xyz 2 points 1 year ago

Zero, why?

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