Low-tech tooth saver: best tips for better brushing
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Toothbrushes should be soft-bristle, the size should fit the user's mouth, and people should check their bristles to determine whether they are brushing too vigorously. It is also a good idea to have a dentist criticize one's toothbrushing technique.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1992
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Flossing right
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Flossing removes plaque from places that cannot be reached by a toothbrush: between teeth and below the gumline. Adults and children at least ten years old should floss once daily. Helpful tips for using floss are described.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1992
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Good news for bad bites: how to straighten out your smile
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An underbite, overbite or crowded teeth can lead to gum disease and other problems, so sufferers should visit an orthodontists. A comparison of metal, ceramic and lingual braces is given, and dental surgery is discussed.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1993
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