Oral Hygiene Instruction and Counselling · CDA

What should patients do after using fluoridated toothpaste?

  1. Rinse immediately with plenty of tap water
  2. Spit out but do not rinse
  3. Brush again with plain water
  4. Eat food right away
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Correct answer: Spit out but do not rinse

Avoiding rinsing prolongs fluoride contact with enamel. This enhances its protective effect.

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