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Dental: i just had my quarterly periodontal cleaning yesterday. i eat some sugar free cookies during the daytime. do not want that first build up of plaque that won't come off with flossing. how often should i floss and when mainly due to snacks?
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Floss after every meal as well as brush. Snacks can build up plaque on teeth so floss if can or rinse mouth. Carry a spare toothbrush and brush if possible.
Answered 10/28/2021
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Plaque is a combination of mostly bacteria and for debris. When the bacterial cells age and die, calcium from your saliva precipitates out of saliva and into the plaque, hardening it. You can brush/floss plaque away, but hardened calculus (tarter) has to be professionally removed. Brush at least 2x/day w soft t'brush for 2 full minutes by the clock. Floss or WaterPik at least once every day.
Answered 11/1/2021
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