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Using a high salt solution rinse can effectively prevent canker sores.
Using a high salt solution rinse can effectively prevent canker sores.
False
Baking soda is recommended for tongue hygiene.
Baking soda is recommended for tongue hygiene.
False
Antiseptic mouthwashes are essential for maintaining oral health according to Mr. Lemonds' recommendations.
Antiseptic mouthwashes are essential for maintaining oral health according to Mr. Lemonds' recommendations.
True
Using antiseptic mouthwashes can replace the need for professional tartar removal by a dentist.
Using antiseptic mouthwashes can replace the need for professional tartar removal by a dentist.
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According to Mr. Lemonds, vigorous brushing with hard bristles is recommended for breaking up the biofilm layer on teeth.
According to Mr. Lemonds, vigorous brushing with hard bristles is recommended for breaking up the biofilm layer on teeth.
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Using an alcohol-based mouthwash is always recommended for overall oral health according to Mr. Lemonds' oral health recommendations.
Using an alcohol-based mouthwash is always recommended for overall oral health according to Mr. Lemonds' oral health recommendations.
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Swishing a high salt solution in the mouth can promote healthy mouth bacteria, according to Mr. Lemonds' oral health advice.
Swishing a high salt solution in the mouth can promote healthy mouth bacteria, according to Mr. Lemonds' oral health advice.
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Baking soda with water can be used to disrupt biofilm and clean teeth, providing a low-cost mouthwash alternative according to Mr. Lemonds' oral health guidance.
Baking soda with water can be used to disrupt biofilm and clean teeth, providing a low-cost mouthwash alternative according to Mr. Lemonds' oral health guidance.
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Antiseptic mouthwashes can effectively prevent canker sores.
Antiseptic mouthwashes can effectively prevent canker sores.
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Canker sores can be prevented and healed using alcohol-based antiseptic mouthwashes according to Mr. Lemonds' oral health recommendations.
Canker sores can be prevented and healed using alcohol-based antiseptic mouthwashes according to Mr. Lemonds' oral health recommendations.
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Using a high salt solution rinse is not recommended for tongue hygiene.
Using a high salt solution rinse is not recommended for tongue hygiene.
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Flossing once a day is sufficient for maintaining optimal oral hygiene based on Mr. Lemonds' oral health guidelines.
Flossing once a day is sufficient for maintaining optimal oral hygiene based on Mr. Lemonds' oral health guidelines.
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Maintaining proper pH to support remineralization of teeth is crucial for preventing canker sores.
Maintaining proper pH to support remineralization of teeth is crucial for preventing canker sores.
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Sharing glasses, bottles, and kissing can transmit the bacteria Strep Mutans that causes canker sores.
Sharing glasses, bottles, and kissing can transmit the bacteria Strep Mutans that causes canker sores.
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Using baking soda for oral hygiene is highly effective in preventing cavities.
Using baking soda for oral hygiene is highly effective in preventing cavities.
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Using a high salt solution rinse is beneficial for tongue hygiene.
Using a high salt solution rinse is beneficial for tongue hygiene.
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Antiseptic mouthwashes are recommended by MR.LEMONDS for oral health practices.
Antiseptic mouthwashes are recommended by MR.LEMONDS for oral health practices.
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Baking soda is recommended by MR.LEMONDS for tongue hygiene.
Baking soda is recommended by MR.LEMONDS for tongue hygiene.
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Canker sore prevention was discussed as an important aspect of nighttime oral care by MR.LEMONDS.
Canker sore prevention was discussed as an important aspect of nighttime oral care by MR.LEMONDS.
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The use of baking soda mouthwash was highlighted as a key practice by MR.LEMONDS for overall oral hygiene.
The use of baking soda mouthwash was highlighted as a key practice by MR.LEMONDS for overall oral hygiene.
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Tongue scraping is always preferred over lightly brushing the tongue for removing unhealthy bacteria buildup.
Tongue scraping is always preferred over lightly brushing the tongue for removing unhealthy bacteria buildup.
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Avoiding antibiotics can contribute to gut and oral microbiome health.
Avoiding antibiotics can contribute to gut and oral microbiome health.
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Using a separate toothbrush for tongue brushing is not necessary to prevent bacterial crossover between teeth and tongue.
Using a separate toothbrush for tongue brushing is not necessary to prevent bacterial crossover between teeth and tongue.
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Canker sore prevention and healing can be indirectly aided by consuming high sugar fermented foods.
Canker sore prevention and healing can be indirectly aided by consuming high sugar fermented foods.
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Baking soda is recommended for oral hygiene to prevent canker sores.
Baking soda is recommended for oral hygiene to prevent canker sores.
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Gums play a crucial role in stabilizing teeth by forming a barrier between the oral cavity and deeper layers to prevent harmful bacteria from entering the bloodstream.
Gums play a crucial role in stabilizing teeth by forming a barrier between the oral cavity and deeper layers to prevent harmful bacteria from entering the bloodstream.
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Acidic substances increase the hydrogen ion concentration in a solution, making it more alkaline with a pH greater than 7.
Acidic substances increase the hydrogen ion concentration in a solution, making it more alkaline with a pH greater than 7.
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The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 7 being considered acidic.
The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 7 being considered acidic.
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Saliva production and mineral content have no influence on the acidity of the mouth.
Saliva production and mineral content have no influence on the acidity of the mouth.
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Oral health glossary defines base (alkaline) as a substance that reduces the hydrogen ion concentration in a solution, making it more alkaline or basic.
Oral health glossary defines base (alkaline) as a substance that reduces the hydrogen ion concentration in a solution, making it more alkaline or basic.
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Fluoride is a mineral that can help prevent cavities and repair teeth in the early stages of the disease.
Fluoride is a mineral that can help prevent cavities and repair teeth in the early stages of the disease.
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Halitosis is a clinical term for good breath.
Halitosis is a clinical term for good breath.
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Cavities are caused by the erosion of enamel and underlying dentin due to the acid produced by bacteria in plaque.
Cavities are caused by the erosion of enamel and underlying dentin due to the acid produced by bacteria in plaque.
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Gums (gingiva) are the hard, outer surface layer of teeth protecting against decay.
Gums (gingiva) are the hard, outer surface layer of teeth protecting against decay.
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Plaque is a sticky film composed of viruses that forms on teeth.
Plaque is a sticky film composed of viruses that forms on teeth.
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Tartar (calculus) is a soft form of plaque that forms on teeth.
Tartar (calculus) is a soft form of plaque that forms on teeth.
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Enamel is the layer of the tooth under the enamel.
Enamel is the layer of the tooth under the enamel.
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Caries is the scientific term for gum disease caused by inflammation and infection of gums.
Caries is the scientific term for gum disease caused by inflammation and infection of gums.
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A cavity is structural damage in a tooth caused by high sugar intake.
A cavity is structural damage in a tooth caused by high sugar intake.
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