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2. Don’t brush right after you eat. Dentists say there’s one ...

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   Over time, enamel breaking down can contribute to cavities and dental decay, according to oral surgeon Jason Auerbach, DDS. “The acidity that sits on one's teeth and the bacteria that comes from ...

3. Tooth enamel - Wikipedia

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   Under a microscope, different cellular aggregations are identifiable within the tissues of a developing tooth, including structures known as the enamel organ, dental lamina, and dental papilla. [13] The generally recognized stages of tooth development are the bud stage, cap stage, bell stage, and crown, or calcification, stage.

4. Oral hygiene - Wikipedia

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   A 1930s poster from the Work Projects Administration promoting oral hygiene. Tooth decay is the most common global disease. [14] Over 80% of cavities occur inside fissures in teeth where brushing cannot reach food left trapped after eating and saliva and fluoride have no access to neutralize acid and remineralize demineralized teeth, unlike easy-to-clean parts of the tooth, where fewer ...

5. Teeth cleaning - Wikipedia

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   In addition to brushing, cleaning between teeth may help to prevent build-up of plaque bacteria on the teeth. This may be done with dental floss or interdental brushes.. 80% of cavities occur in the grooves, or pits and fissures, of the chewing surfaces of the teeth, [4] however, there is no evidence currently showing that normal at-home flossing reduces the risk of cavities in these areas.

6. These Dentist-Approved Mouthwashes Will Zap Bad Breath and ...

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   It does this by rebuilding enamel (a.k.a. the surface of your teeth) that’s been damaged by bacteria. ... “It has a good minty flavor without being too strong,” one reviewer writes. “My ...

7. The best toothbrushes for healthy gums and teeth, tested and ...

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   Hard-bristled toothbrushes can be too harsh on the enamel and gums, potentially causing damage and recession over time," says Joyce Kahng, a cosmetic dentist at Orange and Magnolia Dental Studio ...