Do You Brush Your Teeth Every Night?

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43 percent of poll-takers said they don’t.

Brushing before bed always seemed like a no-brainer to us. Skip it, and you’re giving the germs in your mouth time to multiply, especially since the production of bacteria killing saliva decreases when you sleep. All this can lead to cavities and gum disease and many studies suggest that the bacteria responsible for gum disease may also play a role in heart trouble. If that won’t get you brushing, consider this: These nasty little germs emit gases called volatile sulfur compounds, which smell like a porta-potty.

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