Worn-out bristles after a few weeks. A toothbrush grip like a pot scrubber. If this sounds like you, your next check-up and cleaning is a good time to have your technique looked at.
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Plaque is soft and can be removed with gentle, thorough brushing, while tartar has hardened and won’t come away at home however hard you scrub. People who brush with a lot of force are usually trying to do the right thing, yet heavy pressure may irritate gums and wear at exposed tooth surfaces over the years.
Birds Hill is outside the City of Winnipeg, so an appointment with us means coming in to our McPhillips Street clinic. During that visit, your dentist can check for signs of wear, and your hygienist can watch how you hold a brush and suggest any adjustment.
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Ask to demonstrate how you actually brush, so the advice is based on what you really do.
Your dentist can tell you whether your gums or tooth surfaces show changes worth watching.
A few pointers on pressure and angle may let you clean well without so much force.
A thorough brusher can still have tartar in hard-to-reach places, and a sore gumline can have more than one cause. Both halves of your visit help you find out what is actually happening.
Your dentist reviews your teeth, gums, and bite, while keeping in mind what you have said about your brushing.
Your hygienist deals with the deposits brushing cannot move, then goes over a way of brushing that may ask less of your arm.
Gum changes and tooth wear have many possible causes, and force is only one of them. Your dentist would need to assess you before saying what applies in your case.
This appointment follows the usual routine. Raising your concern early on gives your dental team the chance to keep your brushing in mind as they go.
Request your visitAfter reviewing your medical and dental background, describe how often you replace your brush, and whether your gums ever feel sore afterward.
An examination covers teeth, gums, soft tissues, and bite. Any X-rays are determined by what is clinically appropriate for you.
Scaling and possibly polishing come next, and your hygienist can mention any spots your brush seems to be missing or overworking.
Ask to try the suggested technique, then talk over recall timing and any care your dentist recommends.
A worn brush can be a helpful clue. Have a look at yours before you come, and consider bringing it along if you would like your hygienist’s view of the bristles or the head.
If you are making the trip into the city for this, ask when booking how much time to allow, and what might bring you back for a second appointment.
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Exposed roots or tender gums can increase what you feel during scaling. Your hygienist cannot know that unless you say so, and a word beforehand allows the approach to be adjusted.
Tell your hygienist where brushing already stings, so those places can be approached with some care.
Find out what can be done if a sensitive area becomes uncomfortable during the cleaning.
Decide together how you will indicate a pause, then use it whenever you need to.
Retraining your hand
After years of firm brushing, a lighter touch can feel as though you are not doing enough. Give yourself some time to adjust, and check back with your hygienist at your next appointment.
Splaying soon after you start a new brush can suggest pressure is still high, which makes for a simple self-check.
Bleeding that is frequent or has recently increased should be assessed, regardless of how you brush.
When you return, ask whether any area being monitored has changed since the previous visit.
Noticed a sudden change, or sensitivity that won’t settle? A phone call to the clinic is the way to raise it.
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Winnipeg North Dental
Unit-5 2358 Mcphillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6Get directions (opens in a new tab)Your technique gets its review at Winnipeg North Dental, Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg. The directions link is there to help you plan the trip.
After you send a request, the clinic writes or calls to arrange the appointment. Nothing is booked until then, so call if you would rather discuss it directly.
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Helpful details about check-ups & cleanings in Birds Hill.
Ask our teamHeavy pressure may irritate gums and contribute to wear on exposed tooth surfaces. Whether that is happening to you is something an exam can help answer, so don’t assume either way.
Once plaque has hardened it stays attached, and it also forms where bristles don’t easily reach. Removing it calls for professional instruments, not extra effort at home.
Many people find a soft brush a sensible choice, but it is worth asking your hygienist about your own mouth. Show them what you use now, and how firmly you tend to press.
It might suit some people, although a pressing habit can follow you to any brush. Discuss the idea with your hygienist, who can watch your technique and comment on the type you are considering.
Your dentist can look for possible explanations, but several things can cause sensitivity. Describe what triggers it, whether cold, touch, pressure, or food, to help narrow down what to examine.
That depends on what was found, so ask which items are time-sensitive and which can be scheduled later. Your dentist can explain the reasoning, which helps you plan your return visit.
Use the form here or call (204) 338-3003. The clinic will confirm the details of your visit to Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6.
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In Birds Hill and due for care? Request a check-up and cleaning at our Winnipeg clinic on McPhillips Street. We’ll follow up with you to arrange it.
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