A dentist in Australia is helping educate people about “mindful tooth brushing.” Mindful brushing is a good way to relax the brain and eliminate fatigue.
Key takeaways:
- Immediately after beginning to brush, relax the neck and the jaw and breathe through the nose slowly and deliberately.
- Loosen your grip on the toothbrush and feel the bristles move over the teeth and the gums. You should feel the taste of the toothpaste.
- Breathe deeply through the nose as you rinse the mouth. Feel and take note of the clean teeth.
- Feel gratitude for your teeth and for the tasks they allow you to accomplish such as chewing, speaking and smiling.
Mindful brushing, says Dr. White, gives your brain a chance to rest and “sets a peaceful tone for the day ahead or the night ahead.”
Read the full story here
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/09/21/well/mind/how-to-be-mindful-while-brushing-your-teeth.html?
Dr Nicholas Riley BDS 1996, MJDF 2012Nik qualified from Cardiff Dental School in 1996. He has always had a keen interest in clinical excellence, and further education. He recently gained his MJDF qualifications Nik dedicates much of his time to attending many world renowned courses in restorative, aesthetic and implant dentistry, so he can ensure that patients benefit from the most up to date solutions.
