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I floss my teeth once a day before bed. i snack. if i miss bedtime flossing, will i have hard tartar or calcium buildup i cannot remove through the next day that is not possible for me to remove the next night?

Q: i floss my teeth once a day before bed. i snack. if i miss bedtime flossing, will i have hard tartar or calcium buildup i cannot remove through the next day that is not possible for me to remove the next night?

: No, you will not. Try to keep a daily routine that will keep your teeth healthy.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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No, you will not. Try to keep a daily routine that will keep your teeth healthy.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 7/19/2022

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Dr. Robert Trager answered

Tarter and build up on teeth do not occur overnight. It takes weeks and months for calculus[tarter] to build up on teeth. A poor diet ,and poor oral hygiene all contribute. Use a soft tooth brush, floss and go to your dentist for a professional cleaning.

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A member asked:

I floss my teeth once a day before bed. i snack. if i miss bedtime flossing, will i have hard tartar or calcium buildup i cannot remove through the next day that is not possible for me to remove the next night?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Malerman agreed

Dr. Robert Trager answered

Dr Malerman agreed

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