dental hygiene

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wiLLmaH @wiLLmaH (8801) • Singapore, Singapore 4 Aug 16

Husband and I always go to see dentist for a cleaning every year. My dentist always praised me that I do not have or have a minimal plaque build-up. Maybe flossing reduces that. My husband like the regular floss. You know, the...

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Smiling is important

LaLa Leo @mrscallands22 (2851) • United States 20 Feb 12

Being a Dental Assistant and an avid Dental student in high school, teeth have always been very important to me. That includes gums, teeth, breath, all of that. I feel that a person's hygiene reflects a lot of what type of person...

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IsoActive Pronamel (tm) (R) or whatver it is

SomeCowgirl @SomeCowgirl (32189) • United States 20 Feb 12

In any case, I just bought myself some more toothpaste. The tube I had is about empty, I still have it but decided to brush my teeth with this stuff. I do like the way it clings while I'm brushing and foams up very nicely, the...

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Cat's Longevitity - Feline Dental Hygiene Matters!

schulzie @schulzie (4061) • United States 8 Feb 11

I was reading about cats the other day and was researching a cat's longevitiy, or how long a cat's lifespan can be. I had no idea that a feline's dental hygiene actually mattered! A veteranarian said that a cat could die as a...

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Do you use a thread instead of the dental floss,when not available?

berting600 @berting600 (3453) • Philippines 19 Apr 10

I am very particular with my dental hygiene,that is why I always bring out my dental floss in my clutch bag,with that I also bring some some scissor,needle,a thread,and a nail cutter,so that wherever I go,I have some sort of...

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How to tell co-worker about hygiene problem ?

smartbrain69 @smartbrain69 (2790) • Canada 10 Mar 10

If you have situation where your co-worker smell like anything then how will you talk to him about his hygiene problem ?

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"I don't floss"

rg0205 @rg0205 (2636) • Hong Kong 12 Sep 09

How many people here floss? I floss and I try to floss every time I eat something just to keep my teeth/ mouth clean but one thing I noticed is, here in Hong Kong, not too many people floss. I can say this for a fact because a...

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Do you always floss your teeth after brushing?

eileenleyva @eileenleyva (27555) • Philippines 25 Jul 09

The dental hygiene is getting into me. The dentist said that when one grows older, the prophylaxis must come sooner than the standard twice a year. So I turned to frequent flossing so my gums and teeth won't deteriorate. How many...

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Do you use a mouthwash daily? you dilute it or rinse as such?

dentidle @dentidle (293) • Switzerland 8 Jun 07

I want to be regular in this, but most often i am not able to. Its advised to have an undiluted rinse. But i feel uncomfortable when i do that. It has got strong smell and taste.

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How many times a day do you brush your teeth?

breepeace @breepeace (3014) • Canada 7 May 07

I know I’m actually supposed to brush my teeth after every meal, before bed and first thing in the morning. Sometimes I only do it before I start my day because I’ll forget just before I go to bed, although if I have a mid-day...

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Do you use mouthwash before you brush, after, both times or none at all?

Bee1955 @Bee1955 (3882) • United States 6 Mar 07

I use mine after I brush. My husband uses it before AND after he brushes. What do you do?

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Flossing before brushing or the other way around?

smints8985 @smints8985 (1594) • United States 17 Feb 07

Which one works better? And does the cleaning better? Flossing before brushing or brushing ang then flossing?

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super white teeth --- a sign of healthy teeth?

toonatoons @toonatoons (3735) • Philippines 23 Jan 07

share your thoughts. let's discuss so we can all have a beautiful smile!

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Replacing an old toothbrush.

ElusiveButterfly @ElusiveButterfly (45941) • United States 19 Jan 07

How often do you replace your toothbrush? It is recommended that you replace it every 3-4 months. I keep this in mind, but usually replace it when I see the bristles not holding their shape. It is also recommended to use a soft...

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I have rotten teeth !

shogunly @shogunly (1397) • Libya 14 Jan 07

2 years ago i visited a dentist :"you must brush your teeth every day !" he said while looking into my mouth , "Thank god ........I never put one in my mouth !" I replied jokingly and the nurse burst into laughter . My teeth...

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~Brushing Teeth~

themyl @themyl (1423) • United States 24 Nov 06

How many times a day do you brush your teeth? Supposedly you should brush after every meal, but let's face it, who carries a toothbrush and toothpaste with him/her all day?

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Dental Visits

Inklings @Inklings (1255) • United States 21 Nov 06

Do you go to the dentist as often as is recommended (at least twice a year) or do you go only when you are in pain?

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