There is a misconception among patients that the more pressure the brush exerts on the teeth and gums while cleaning the mouth, the better the result. Overly aggressive brushing has the opposite effect to the desired one: it can cause damage, bleeding and recession of the gums, as well as the gradual erosion of tooth enamel.
Although there are different brushing techniques that dentists instruct their patients to learn how to take care of their oral hygiene properly, there is one in particular that is indicated for sensitive gums.
With the bass technique, you can learn how to brush your teeth without damaging your gums when there is a certain sensitivity.
