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Expert opinions? what does a good job of getting rid of hard to reach dental plaque?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

There are: There are lots of techniques and lots of aids available at local pharmacies. Discuss this in person with your dentist or dental hygienist who can advise what would be best for you to use and show you how to use it.

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 1/21/2014

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