{
  "id": 7388245,
  "title": "Plaque buildup, bad breath, bleeding gums: Rethinking your daily oral-care routine",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/plaque-buildup-bad-breath-bleeding-gums-rethinking-your-daily-oral",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-09-14T20:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Straits Times",
    "slug": "straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/plaque-buildup-bad-breath-bleeding-gums-daily-oral-care-routine-systema-lion"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Bleeding gums, bad breath, and plaque buildup are signs that a person's daily oral care routine may need to be reevaluated. While brushing twice a day is a common recommendation, the method and tools used during brushing can also play a crucial role in maintaining oral health. Rechargeable toothbrushes, such as the Systema Smart Ex Power Rechargeable Toothbrush, may offer greater effectiveness in removing plaque compared to manual toothbrushes, as they provide consistent brushing motion and can be gentler on the gums. However, proper technique and pressure are essential, as excessive force can cause damage. Regular flossing is also important to remove plaque from areas that brushing alone cannot reach.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}