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Spit, don’t rinse

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Spit the toothpaste out but don’t rinse with water.

After brushing, spit the toothpaste out but don’t rinse with water.

When you brush your teeth, both morning and night, spit but don’t rinse.

Toothpaste contains fluoride which helps strengthen your teeth.

By not rinsing with water, fluoride in the toothpaste will stay on your teeth for longer helping to keep them strong.

See brush morning, brush night for advice on brushing your teeth

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