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Is it safe/better if i use a dab of toothpaste for each part of my mouth such as top teeth, bottom teeth and tongue?
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Pea sized dab: Most people think that it is necessary to cover the entire toothbrush because of the way toothpaste is advertised on TV. It is only necessary to use a pea sized dab of toothpaste to properly clean all your teeth.
Answered 11/27/2015
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