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What is the differences between brushing teeth with cold, cool, warm or hot water ?
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No difference: The temperature of the water makes no difference on the effectiveness of your brushing. It is a matter of personal preference. However if the water is too hot it can burn you. Some people have cold sensitivity.
Answered 12/29/2013
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It's up to you: Sometimes warm water may help when the teeth are sensitive and painful. But it actually doesn't matter whether we use cold or warm water for brushing our teeth.
Answered 7/25/2015
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