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How can you get the benefits of fluoride in toothpaste when brushing your teeth if you are rinsing mouth off with water immediately after brushing.

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You get some: The fluoride ions will attach themselves to the tooth during 2 minutes of brushing and are not easily rinsed away, so you do derive a benefit. If you do not rinse you may get more but be assured even with a rinse the fluoride is helpful.

Answered 9/15/2021

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Dr. Justin Nelson answered

Specializes in Pediatric Dentistry

Don't rinse: Don't rinse or rinse with a fluoride rinse (ACT)

Answered 2/22/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Safe and healthy: The most effective way to prevent tooth decay; scientifically demonstrated. In humans fluoride is rapidly and efficiently absorbed.

Answered 2/22/2016

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