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Good dental health is linked to heart and brain health.

But... Are you cleaning all sides of your teeth properly? E.g. a regular toothbrush can't get in between teeth ๐Ÿค”

Consult your dentist.

I use different types of cleaners for different parts of my teeth.

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[โ€“] toynbee@piefed.social 2 points 1 week ago

I'm a gross dude who doesn't take good care of my health. I didn't even really know what flossing was for most of my life. The first time I ever went to a dentist was when a molar crumbled in the middle of a BLT while I was at work during my late twenties. So maybe don't take my dental advice ...

... But I use bamboo floss picks repeatedly so long as they are intact, haven't fallen anywhere contaminated, and have no visible debris on them. Makes me feel a lot less wasteful.