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A member asked:
Is it bad for my teeth if i didnt shower for 36 hours but only brush my teeth and started eating?
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No: No. Showering is not effective at cleaning your teeth; it's really brushing that is responsible for tooth hygiene.
Answered 8/3/2016
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Unrelated: Not showering will not affect your teeth. Not brushing and flossing will.
Answered 8/3/2016
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