Cleaning your teeth
Should I rinse after brushing?: Mohinder Sira, Dental hygienist
I tell my patients not too, and the reason behind that, is again, after you've brushed with the toothpaste, by spitting out the excess, you still have a topical protective layer of toothpaste.
It allows again protection in between the teeth as well, so I normally say don't rinse.
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