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Flossing

It is a very thin ribbon you hold between fingers of each hand and insert between adjoining teeth and scrape along the teeth sides, especially close to gums. The ribbon, or floss, helps loosen debris by gently moving it up and down and back and forth between the teeth. Flossing is a proven method for loosening debris from hard-to-reach surfaces of your teeth and gum lines. Next to brushing, flossing is a highly effective method for removing plaque on tooth surfaces your brush can’t reach very well. It can also come in different flavors.

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Mouth Rinse

Mouth rinses can have therapeutic benefits or only cosmetic in nature. But some have both attributes. In general, some therapeutic rinses with fluoride have been shown to actually fight cavities, plaque and gingivitis formed in your mouth. On the other hand, cosmetic rinses merely treat breath odor, reduce bacteria and/or remove food particles in the mouth. They do nothing to treat periodontal disease or prevent gingivitis. It is, however, generally agreed that the use of mouthwash does not eliminate the need for brushing adn flossing

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Brushing

Brushing is the best way to remove cavity-causing plaque and other debris from all of your teeth. Plaque reacts with the bacteria and decaying food particles in your mouth and when left on the teeth long enough, begins to erode the enamel. It is recommended that you brush your teeth three times a day, usually after meals and before bedtime.