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Do you have to brush your teeth after a dental cleaning before you eat? or can you eat right away after a dental cleaning? is it clean?
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Dental clean: Do you have to brush your teeth after a dental cleaning before you eat? or can you eat right away after a dental cleaning? is it clean Ans: OK to eat.
Answered 2/24/2017
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Cleaning: If fluoride was applied,, wait an hour. Otherwise go right ahead and eat.
Answered 11/28/2017
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See below: Dependent on whether fluoride is applied. If a fluoride treatment was rendered, it is advisable to wait 1 hour.
Answered 4/5/2017
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Clean: You may eat right away. Don't forget to brush your teeth and gums after eating.
Answered 9/8/2017
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