Wright Way to Brush: Proper brushingtakes at least two minutes — not less than 120 seconds! To properly brush your teeth, use short, gentle strokes, paying extra attention to the gum line, hard-to-reach back teeth and areas around fillings, crownsor other restoration. Concentrate on thoroughly cleaningeach section as follows: Clean the outer surfaces of your upper teeth, then your lower teeth Clean the inner surfaces of your upper teeth, then your lower teeth Clean the chewing surfaces For fresher breath, be sure to brush your tongue, too Tilt the brush at a 45 angle against the gum line and sweep or roll the brush away from the gum line. Gently brush the outside, inside and chewing surface of each tooth using short back and forth strokes. Gently bush your tongue to remove bacteria and freshen breath. How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush? You should replace your toothbrush when it begins to show wear, or every three...