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A member asked:
Should flossing be done after every meal?
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Ideally.............: Yes. As dentists we are happy when patients floss at least once per day. After every meal is better yet. We should shower (or bath) at least every day. After working in the garden or other project where i might get soiled or sweaty, i will shower as well. So, it also depends on what you ate for each meal (less important for fruits and vegetables compared to a steak sandwich and shoo-fly pie).
Answered 1/1/2019
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flossing: Yes it should be done after every meal....If that is not possible the best pattern is after lunch and before bed.
Answered 1/1/2019
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