• 16 FEB 17
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    The Purpose of Mouthwash

    The Purpose of Mouthwash

    Mouthwash is a liquid solution which is swilled around the mouth to freshen breath, reduce plaque, reduce gingivitis and reduce the speed of tartar formation. The American Dental Association identifies two types of mouthwashes: Therapeutic and cosmetic mouthwash. Therapeutic mouthwash contains fluoride that reduces plaque, gingivitis, cavities, and bad breath. Cosmetic mouthwashes may temporarily control or reduce bad breath and leave

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    • 30 JAN 17
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    Sugar and Tooth

    Sugar and Tooth

     Tooth decay–which is one of the most common non-infectious diseases that the world is facing today. Due to  increase intake of sugar rich food and drinks in our diet.  Sugars in food and drinks play a major role in the development of dental caries.  The effects of sugar on teeth may not be noticeable right

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    • 19 JAN 17
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    Best Time To Floss

    Best Time To Floss

    Dental floss was first introduced to the public from a New Orleans dentist in 1815, who encouraged his patients to clean in between teeth with the use of a thin silk. Dental floss helps in cleaning the teeth particularly food trapped in between the teeth where brush can’t reached . It also removes the film

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    • 11 JAN 17
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    Sugar-free Gum Helpful or Not

    Sugar-free Gum Helpful or Not

    Clinical studies have shown that chewing sugar-free gum for up to 20 minutes after meals or snacks can increase the flow of saliva ten times the normal. The physical act of chewing increases the flow of saliva that neutralize and wash away the acid in you mouth. Also the increased flow of saliva also carries with it more

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