Dental Care: Brushing and Flossing Your Teeth

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Actionsets help people take an active role in managing a health condition.  Dental Care: Brushing and Flossing Your Teeth

Introduction

Your teeth can last a lifetime if you practice basic dental care, which involves brushing and flossing regularly, eating a mouth-healthy diet, and visiting your dentist and/or dental hygienist for regular checkups and cleanings. Developing good dental health habits is the best way to prevent tooth decay and gum disease.

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References

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  1. Robinson PG, et al. (2005). Manual versus powered toothbrushing for oral health. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (2). Oxford: Update Software.

By: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Arden Christen, DDS, MSD, MA, FACD - Dentistry
Last Revised: April 18, 2011

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