A 36-year-old member asked:
Are there any good ways to prevent cavities when i forget to brush at night?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Gary Sandleranswered
Dentistry 56 years experience
Cross your fingers: If you forget to brush and floss at night, don't expect to not get cavities. In time, you most likely will. Change your habits.
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Dr. Gary Chapmananswered
Dentistry - Orthodontics 37 years experience
Fluoride rinse: A nightly rinse with Fluoride helps make up for lack of brushing.....But nothing beats good brushing and flossing habits.
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Last updated Jun 25, 2014
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