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2-minute toothbrushing timer
Press start and brush each quarter of your mouth for 30 seconds. The timer tells you when to move on.
Two minutes, twice a day
Most people brush for well under a minute. Two full minutes, twice a day, with fluoride toothpaste is one of the simplest ways to prevent cavities and gum disease. This timer splits the time into four 30-second sections so every part of your mouth gets the same attention.
How to brush properly
Use the right amount
A pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste for children over 3 and adults; a smear the size of a grain of rice for under-3s.
Angle the brush
Hold the bristles at about 45 degrees to the gum line and use small, gentle circles.
Cover every surface
Outside, inside and chewing surfaces of every tooth. Don’t forget the back teeth.
Spit, do not rinse
Leaving a little toothpaste on the teeth helps the fluoride work longer.
Brushing questions
Should I use an electric toothbrush?
How often should I change my toothbrush?
When should children brush on their own?
Should I brush right after eating?
Time for a cleaning?
A professional cleaning every six months removes what brushing misses.
About this page
Written by the dental team at Al Jazeera Dental Clinic, a family clinic on Al Khan Street, Al Majaz 3, Sharjah, caring for patients since 1998, and medically reviewed by Dr Ranjeet Kumar, Medical Director (BDS, Diploma in Endodontics), October 2026. This is general information. Your dentist can tell you what applies to you.