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2020-08-08 16:38:44
I had very old hardened plaque buildup on my lower teeth on both sides of teeth ..front as well as back.. So yesterday i have done scaling process at dentist Now my teeth are complete clean but my concern is from now on exactly which type of care i have to take to prevent plaque buildup in future (Presently i brush twice a day and daily using betadine as mouthwash after brushing at night) Kindly suggest what else care should i take?
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Correct brushing technique you need to adopt and bedtime meal most important. Betadine mouth gargle once a day for 10 days. Followed by once in every two days after meal. Tongue cleaning with plastic scraper regularly. Dental flossing.

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Good brushing technique will help u to maintain oral hygiene and yearly dental checkup is mandatory to prevent the further progression of disease

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