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The Dentist: Toss the Floss? Flush the Brush?

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The Importance of Fluoride in Preventing Cavities

Brushing with a fluoridated toothpaste does work to prevent cavities. The evidence there is unequivocal. When there's fluoride in your mouth, it gets incorporated into the crystal structure of your teeth and that makes them more resilient against cavities. It's sort of like a shield against tooth decay.

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