I know it’s bacteria, but where is that bacteria coming from? Why doesn’t brushing, flossing, mouth washing, or getting a deep clean at the dentist get rid of it entirely?

  • Mothra@mander.xyz
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    5 months ago

    It’s impossible to sterilize your mouth without causing some kind of damage to yourself. There will always be some organisms left behind somewhere in between your tongue papillae, or under your gums, on your tonsils or the back of your throat, and yes they will multiply very quickly.