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I just had fluoride treatment, & ate after 30mins. can i brush my teeth after eating? if not, how long should i wait until i can brush my teeth?thanks
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Should be fine: You didn't really specify what form of Fluoride treatment you had. If it was a gel or foam then most of the Fluoride was washed away with saliva and food when you ate. If it was a varnish of 5% strength you probably should have avoided eating or drinking for about an hour. Either way you should be fine to brush right away.
Answered 10/4/2019
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Lag time: Unless your Dentist/Hygienist told you not to eat for a specific period of time, you're good to go.
Answered 7/23/2020
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