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In the land of oral care, where teeth and gums collide,
There’s a tool that many use, to keep their smiles revived:
The electric toothbrush, that promises a sparkling pearl,
But its mighty bristles can sometimes cause dismay unfurled.
Too much of anything can lead to harm,
And when it comes to brushing, the rule is not too warm:
For those who crank up the speed and force,
The electric toothbrush can wreak havoc on the gums’ course.
At first, the bristles tickle and the vibrations sing,
But then they press against the tender flesh they bring:
Red marks appear, as capillaries strain,
And receding gums, a painful sight to gain.
The gums are the shield that guards the roots below,
And with too much pressure, they can retreat and go:
A condition called recession, a threat to oral health,
As pockets form between the gums and teeth, wreaking woe and dearth.
But it’s not just about the strength, oh no,
For how one wields the wand, matters equally as low:
Brushing too much, can cause more harm than good,
For each session should be brief, yet comprehensive and rude.
So, heed these words, oh user of electrical means,
For gentle hands and wise choices will keep your smile serene:
Brush at a forty-five degree angle, against the gum line,
With soft bristles, gentle strokes, and frequent times of shine.
For when used well, the electric toothbrush is friend indeed,
As the soft strokes massage the gums and sweep away disease:
With vibrations as soothing as a lullaby,
It can promote a healthy mouth, where smiles never die.
So let us harness the power of technology and care,
To keep our teeth and gums in a state that’s rare:
A smile that’s healthy, radiant, and strong,
With a vibrant mouth, where joy forever belongs.
The hum of electric toothbrushes’ whir,
Has led us to believe they’re best,
But little do we know, they can’t always iron,
Our dental dilemmas to the test.
The sonic pulses, the vibrations strong,
Can make us feel like brushing’s a chore,
But in our fervor to get the job done,
We forget to brush with a gentler core.
The bristles, too, can be a cause for concern,
When used with too much force and fervor,
They may wear down our enamel, like a burn,
Or push our gums to a point of mere torture.
The results can be quite severe,
As bleeding gums and eroded enamel,
May lead to a host of dental fears,
Like fillings falling out, oh the ordeal!
So let us remember, when we brush,
To do so with a gentle, feather-light touch,
For our gums and teeth, we must take the rush,
And ensure our dental health is just right, and such.
Let us use electric toothbrushes, with caution,
And avoid the pitfalls of gum recession,
For in the end, it’s not the tools we’ve chosen,
But how we use them, that determines our dental connection.
Note: This poem is not intended to be factual - for product details, prices and availability you should search Amazon.com for "Electric Toothbrush Too Hard on Gums" (affiliate link)