Caring for your teeth

Early this year, I had a visit with the dentist and I learned something valuable about caring for the teeth particularly with brushing. The lady dentist demonstrated (using a complete model of the gums and teeth) to me how to brush lightly – in up, down and circular motion - using a soft toothbrush. Since my upper right gum was in pain that time, she also recommended using a special toothpaste for gums. After two teeth fillings and prophylaxis, I was shocked when I was handed the bill. hehehe…  And since I didn’t have any dental benefits, I had to pay the whole amount.
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