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In this Issue
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Be Careful With Toothpicks
Most dentists agree
that toothpicks should be used sparingly as a method of teeth cleaning
and should never be considered a substitute for brushing teeth and
flossing. Fact is they should be used only when a toothbrush or floss is
not available, for example, when you are in a restaurant and have food
trapped between teeth.
Toothpicks that are used overzealo...
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Cavities FAQs
Most of us have had
at least one. Some of us have quite a few. So what makes cavities so
persistent, keeping more children out of school than any other disease?
Usually, the answer is simple: not enough brushing your teeth, flossing
and visiting the dentist. Snacking on sweets and slurping sodas doesn't
help either. But rather than feel guilty, get informed.
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Home Remedies for Toothaches
Anyone who’s had the
bad luck to be waylaid by a toothache knows that few experiences are
more miserable. You want relief and you want it now. While home remedies
may temporarily ease discomfort, the only way to get lasting toothache
relief is to see a dentist.
Until you get professional help you may get some temporary relief using these toothache hom...
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