I usually floss after brushing my teeth.  But I was wondering if there's a proper order to do this in.
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In dental school we were taught to floss after brushing and to floss at least once per day.  However, if you are flossing at all...you are doing better than most!
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I work for a dentist the best thing to do is just keep your teeth brushed good. If you use any thing to make them white you will have two diffrent shades when you have the braces removed.
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well, kind of.  you can get your teeth more thoroughly cleaned with a normal tooth brush, but if your lazy and don't brush your teeth very well i'd go with electric. i'm not a dentist but i did just ask my dad that.  he's not a dentist but whatever. plus sftt is important, so  i guess it doesn't  matter if it's  electric  or not
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to straighten out your bite after the bottom teeth are re aligned
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When I was in the military we had a field exercise, meaning we were out in the middle of no where back country.  I didn't have any floss handy so I took a water reed broke it apart and used the fibers from the reed to floss.  Actually worked quite well.
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Floss and brush carefully... If you can't take them away, is the best choice =)
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Yes!  Proper flossing removes plaque from under the gum line, helping to prevent a plethora of tooth and gum problems.  But you have to make sure you are doing it right in order to get the full benefits.  Instead of just having the floss go straight up and stop at your gum, you should pull the floss to the side, so that it is kind of wrapped around the side of your tooth, so the floss is able to slide up under your gum line.
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Brushing 2 to 3 times a day is excellent, as long as your brushing correctly. Brush sides of teeth, top of teeth and gently on the gum line for at least two minutes.  Brush your tongue and floss at least once a day.  Listerine is a good but very strong product, use it sparingly.  Continue to see your dentist for treatment, and I promise the health of your teeth and gums will get better.
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Look in the drug store next to the toothbrushes and you'll see a couple of different kinds of tongue scrapers.  You can also use a spoon and a larger spoon, like a soup spoon works best.  Just place the scraper as far back on your tongue as you can go, press down with light pressure and drag it to the tip of your tongue.  You will probably need to do 3 swipes; left, center and right.  Rinse with water for 10-15 seconds (such as after your tooth brushing when you are rinsing anyway), scrape your tongue, and then rinse again.  The first couple of times you do this, you will be shocked at the gunk that comes out from between the fuzziness on your tongue and it might be a little sore, but (if you are using the right amount of pressure) the quantity will decrease and your tongue will not be sore anymore.
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I believe the standard time is approximately 3 minutes. This is based on a moderate speed of brushing (which is not too fast as it may irritate your gums and may make them swollen or aggravated in cases of bleeding). You should also not vigorously brush your teeth for a long time because the natural coating and enamal of the crown of your teeth will dimish and thin. Having said all of this, it is still best to consult your trusted dentist for proper guidance on what is best to do with your brushing routine.
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Gingivitis big time maybe - gargle with Listerine, brush your teeth as it stimulates the gums.  See a dentist or doctor.  You may not be brushing at all or brushing the wrong way.
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Use (the thick type) Unwaxed dental floss, it'll do the trick.
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I eat breakfast, then brush my teeth afterwards.   It doesn't make much sense to brush before eating your breakfast.
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it doesn't matter if you brush all the way until your doc appt. he will still be able to tell or not if you have been brushing your teeth.It also does have something to do with your families backround(sometimes not all the time) kids will take after parents  start brushing 3 times a day but use a sensitive toothpaste because since you don't always brush your gums may be sensitive now just watch out if your gums start to bleed hope this helps !!!!
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When was the last time you flossed your teeth?\nWhat type of soda do you drink?\nHow do you put the toilet paper in the holder, paper under or over the top?\n\nHave fun!! -a-
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you can walk with a portable toothbrush one that folds away small and fits into your pocket in a case add toothpaste on it before you leave out and go to the mens room after the meal and brush away to your hearts delight. Thats what I do. Except i go to the ladies room of course.
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1.  Brush your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes at a time.  I reccomend a Braun or Sonic Care toothbrush.\n\n2.  Start flossing.\n\n3.  I really recommend you start visiting the dentist.  A good dental cleaning is recommended once every six months.\n\nBy the way it's called gingivitis, and if it keeps on progressing dentures will be in your future.