Are You Forgetting to Brush This Important Part of Your Teeth?

We all know how important it is to brush your teeth for two minutes, two times each day. And while we often discuss the importance of brushing your gums adequately, we find that many patients miss this frequently forgotten part of the mouth—the inside surface of your teeth!

The inside surface consist of the areas that face your tongue and palate. It’s easy and common for food and debris to build up in this area.

When brushing your teeth, it’s also crucial to use the correct amount of pressure—too soft and you won’t clean the area, while brushing too aggressively can cause bleeding.

Remember to brush the inner surface of your teeth by breaking up your brushing time—one minute for the outer surface and gums and one minute for the inside and tongue. For more dental tips, ask us at your next visit!

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As the year comes to a close, the team at Exquisite Smiles would like to thank you for your support throughout 2025. We hope your holidays are filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of reasons to smile.

Please note, our clinic will be taking a short break to recharge:

Closed from: Wednesday, 24th December
Re-opening: Monday, 5th January

🚨 In the event of an emergency during this period, please contact us on (07) 3882 4849 to leave a voicemail or send an email. We will respond to all urgent inquiries at our earliest opportunity.

As the year comes to a close, the team at Exquisite Smiles would like to thank you for your support throughout 2025. We hope your holidays are filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of reasons to smile.

Please note, our clinic will be taking a short break to recharge:

Closed from: 24/12/25
Re-opening: 05/01/26

🚨 In the event of an emergency during this period, please contact us on (07) 3882 4849 to leave a voicemail or send an email. We will respond to all urgent inquiries at our earliest opportunity.

We look forward to seeing you in the New Year for all your dental needs. Have a safe and wonderful holiday!