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When asked to brush our teeth as best as we can, most fail
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- Around the world, nearly everyone brushes their teeth, but most people leave plaque that can cause gum disease and damage other parts of their body.S1S2
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When asked to brush our teeth as best as we can, most fail
Around the world, nearly everyone brushes their teeth, but most people leave plaque that can cause gum disease and damage other parts of their body.
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