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Practically speaking, would it not be better to brush one's teeth with hot water?

>> No.3196887
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>> No.3196891

Unless it was boiling, I don't see as it would help because it wouldn't kill the bacteria.

>> No.3196892

bacteria love warm water.

>> No.3196902

Well... the heat might increase blood flow to your gumas and expand your gum tissues.

I don't know if that would allow you to get your brush in better though

>> No.3196913

and benefit you'd get from the heat killing bacteria would be moot if you used hot water right out of the tap - in most areas most of the hot water is still plumbed with lead pipes. Even if it isn't, have you seen the inside of your water heater after a few years (or decades) of use? I wouldn't want that anywhere near my mouth, thanks

>> No.3196984

>>3196913
well you can boil cold water in your kettle...