How does mouthwash work?
It kills or reduces bacteria, freshens breath, and can provide fluoride and fight plaque, depending on its formulation.
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Hello, I’m Dr. Cindy Li from Excel Dental, located at 49 East Avenue South, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada L8N 2T5. Today, I want to address a common misconception about dental health: the belief that sugar alone causes cavities. While sugar does play a role, the real culprit is how long it stays on your teeth. Let’s…
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How can I naturally whiten my teeth?
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