How Long Should I Brush?

When it comes to brushing your teeth, you may think that is one area where you don't need help. But most people are only brushing one-third of the suggested time. Check this out::

The average person brushes:

Two minutes a day

14 minutes a week

12.1 hours a year

38.5 days in their lifetime

The average person should brush:

Six minutes a day

42 minutes a week

36.4 hours a year

122 days in their lifetime

Updated: February 2007