I wouldn’t have believed it myself, but The Journal of the American Dental Association suggests that we brush with a dry toothbrush for 2 minutes daily to reduce plaque! According to this report, it will also cut gum inflammation and bleeding by 55%. That’s better than tartar-control toothpastes claim! Why does this work? Your toothbrush does a better job cleaning your teeth without the foamy paste. But, this definitely does NOT mean you should avoid toothpaste. After your dry brushing, follow up with a fluoride toothpaste to fight cavities and freshen your breath.