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Floss vs. Toothpicks

October 8th, 2019

Floss vs. Toothpicks

When you feel something stuck in your teeth, your instinct might be to reach for a toothpick. However, they don't offer the same benefits of dental floss and can even cause harm when used too often or incorrectly.

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