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Change your toothbrush every three to four months, or sooner if the bristles are no longer straight. -
As with toothbrushes, the type of paste you use isn't nearly as important as how well you use it. Use any paste you want, as long as it contains fluoride. -
you have 32 teeth to clean. This is not a 10-second job. Place your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle along the gumline. Using a circular motion, gently rub your brush back and forth across every surface of your teeth -- the tops, the backs, the sides, the front. Don't forget to brush along the gumline and behind your back teeth. -
You should floss your teeth once every day, preferably before going to bed. Flossing removes hard-to-reach particles between teeth that can combine with bacteria to cause plaque and tartar. It's your best protection, along with daily brushing, against tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath.
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