Are you supposed to brush on the gums or below them?

No, you should not brush directly on the gums. The best technique...

No, you should not brush directly on the gums. The best technique is to have your toothbrush angled about 45 degrees towards your gum line. Brushing at this angle means that there is less force being put on your gums. It is very important to brush your teeth and gums gently. Brushing too hard and brushing horizontally can damage your teeth and cause a receding gum line.

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