Video; Women of the Year Health. 5 Brushing ... Read on for the most common brushing teeth mistakes to find out if your dental skills are up ... especially those with oscillating or sonic models.

Dentist Dr. Arash Ravanbakhsh shares five common mistakes people make while brushing their teeth — they lead to weakened enamel, gum damage, and bad breath.

A resistance to teeth brushing might also be due to boredom or discomfort. “Brushing feels like a chore, and without motivation, kids may put up a fight,” says Goolnik.

When you brush, your goal should be to clean every tooth without abusing your gums. That means gently sweeping the bristles in short, back-and-forth motions at a 45-degree angle to your gums.