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How can i cope with the gagging reflex when brushing your teeth?
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Breathe: Focus on breathing deeply while brushing your teeth.
Answered 11/30/2012
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Breathing exercise: If you concentrate very hard on breathing through your nose only and not letting any air in or out through your mouth you cannot gag. A tooth powder rather than a tooth paste may help.
Answered 12/5/2012
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