Do you floss right before or right after brushing your teeth?
479121
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!
34425
Naw, for sure you brush, then floss then mouthwash. It gets rid of the big chunks of stuff, then smaller chunks, then all the other bacteria! Its the Smartest combination, plus, once you brush and floss, the mouthwash can touch all surfaces, without being hindered by plaque and cheerios that you had for breakfast
660837
Spit yes. Rinse no. If you rinse, you just washed off all the fluoride and antimicrobial agents in your toothpaste.
5583
FLOSS FIRST!! You get all the stinky and old food out of spaces, that if were to sit in those tiny spaces would make your breath terrible. If you floss after, you are releasing the gunk. ALWAYS FLOSS FIRST, then the tooth paste is like a wash and rinse.
1075165
I don't think it has anything to do with the fact that you brushed before bed.  It stems from the fact that when you sleep you salivate less (despite the fact that some people drool!).  Saliva cleanses the mouth.  Your mouth would probably smell even worse if you didn't brush before bed because not only would you have the smell from the bacteria that built up overnight, but you would also have all the bacteria that wasn't brushed off before you went to bed, double trouble!\nKeep a bottle of water (nothing else) next to you at night and drink throughout the night, you should have a bit better breath in the morning.  But no matter what it probably wont be that pleasant, that is why you need to brush in the morning too.
564873
Before or after the orgasm?
404304
You have to do the work.  If you are not brushing properly and using a floss threader and flossing EVERYDAY then your gums will not heal.  Braces are even worse on teeth and gums as they get everything caught in them.  The bacteria and food debris just sits there on those brackets and wires, which in turn your body wants to fight off, hence you get swollen sore gums.  I know that trying to floss with a full-set of braces is a pain.  It is even for me when I have to floss one of my ortho patients, and I am a hygienist. I can't imagine having to do this at home. But you can do it.  You just have to make the time.  An electric toothbrush is a great thing for people with braces, it does not have to be an expensive one, the pulsar by oral-b is a great one and it costs about six dollars at walmart.  You have to take even better care of your mouth then the average person does when you have braces.  The only way to get all of the nasties out of your mouth is to brush, then floss, making sure to go under your wires by using super floss or a floss threader, taking care to wrap each side of the tooth like a "C" shape to clean each side of the tooth and under the gum-line, and then following by a vigorous swish with mouthwash or salt water.  The salt water is a great way to help heal the gums up and make them less sore.  Yes it tastes nasty, but it is a tried and true method.  Just try to remember that you will not have to wear braces forever, and once they are off you will have a great smile, as long as you do the work now.
722754
I find the most effective part of a brushing regimen is Listerine.  While brushing does as most people have already said (freshen temporarily, help remove plaque and add flouride), it really is pretty ineffective (especially between teeth).\n\nSo, I generally brush, then floss, then use Citrus Listerine.  The Listerine is really the part that is the most effective.  The Listerine is actually very effective at killing the plaque and keeping it off of the teeth for a lot longer than brushing alone.  I can usually go 12-15 hours after I use Listerine (without brushing) where without it, the bad breath comes back faster and my teeth build up plaque a whole lot faster (a few hours).
526108
do it the old fashion way brush it after you eat or three times a day morning, noon, and night 365 days per year. if you don't wanna do it that way then go to your dentist and get it whitened. Beware don't use baking soda toothpaste or baking soda though even though it works it takes the enamel off your teeth and that's bad. ask your dentist about it.
676700
You need to make sure that you are flossing everyday and you are getting your teeth cleaned every 6 months. You could do salt water rinse. Part warm water, part salt, do not swallow.
1107509
Does an electric toothbrush really clean your teeth better than a manual toothbrush? Many dental experts say "no," maintaining that if you brush for two minutes at least twice a day, floss, and visit your dentist regularly, manual brushes and electric toothbrushes are equally effective. Some dentists note, however, that they've seen improvement in periodontal disease after patients started using an electric toothbrush. \n\nThe best reviews compare electric toothbrushes not only with other electric brushes, but also with manual brushing. Consumer Reports magazine does the best electric toothbrush testing in the U.S., enlisting testers who normally brush manually. Although not all tested toothbrushes are available in the U.S., Australia's Choice Magazine and England's Which? Magazine also compare electric toothbrushes with a test methodology equal to that of Consumer Reports. We found more scientific data at the Web site of the American Dental Association and The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research.\n\nThe problem with any kind of toothbrush is that most of us just aren't very dentally self-disciplined. A number of articles we came across in our research say that most Americans brush for only 30 to 60 seconds, which is half the time recommended by dentists, and not nearly long enough to enable the fluoride in toothpaste to work properly. Reviews say the best electric toothbrushes come with a two-minute timer and are able to reach hard-to-clean areas better than most of us tend to do with a manual brush, making them a worthy addition to your collection of dental-hygiene products.
704115
not sure but it's probably better to floss first just to get out the stuff between your teeth and then brush it all away.
981526
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.
720793
Take good care of them.  Improvement can be seen from brushing twice daily, flossing once (usually before bed), and maybe using a mouthwash or anticavity rinse.  If you already do these things, maybe consult your dentist.
926509
Hells yeah I floss once every day right before I go to bed! If i miss one day without flossing my mouth feels soo gross!!
506066
I always use mouthwash after I brush so I have that minty feeling for a while as opposed to doing it before.
673448
By brushing,we are mechanically cleansing our teeth free of debris,i.e., food particles.It can be done anytime but it serves its purpose when done after meals.We brush in the morning to get rid of the odor due to stagnant saliva during the night.Brushing gives a fresh feeling.The appropriate time is our own choice.Since brushing after meals might seem tedious,brushing twice which is minimally required is advised.