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Should you floss and proxy brush when you brush your teeth in the morning? i do it as a insurance policy on my teeth
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Always helps: If more people followed good oral hygiene regiments, there would be fewer dental issues.
Answered 9/1/2016
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Great!!: Yes, in addition to seeing the dentist or hygienist at prescribed intervals.
Answered 9/1/2016
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