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For answers to your oral care questions and world-class products you can trust for your family, Colgate offers over one hundred years experience in the dental care field and a global team of top oral care professionals. Dr. William DeVizio, a licensed dentist and Colgate-Palmolive Vice-President for Dental Clinical Research, serves as your personal oral health expert on Sharecare.

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  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How can I prevent gagging when I brush my teeth?
    If you've ever watched a really grisly movie and felt like you were literally going to throw up,...  Full Post
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    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What are the disadvantages of using whitening toothpaste?
    Whitening toothpastes have some disadvantages. They don't actually whiten your teeth. Instead, they...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Why should I floss?
    Flossing is essential for healthy, strong teeth. Brushing with a fluoride toothpaste removes...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Why should I floss?
    Flossing is essential for healthy, strong teeth. Brushing with a fluoride toothpaste removes...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Why should I floss?
    Flossing is essential for healthy, strong teeth. Brushing with a fluoride toothpaste removes...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Why should I floss?
    Flossing is essential for healthy, strong teeth. Brushing with a fluoride toothpaste removes...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Can flossing my teeth improve my heart’s health?
    Flossing your teeth, along with other good dental hygiene habits, can prevent the growth of ...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Should I use a particular type of dental floss?
    Most dental floss is made from nylon filaments and comes in waxed and unwaxed form. It doesn't...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How much dental floss should I use at a time to floss my teeth?
    To properly floss your teeth, you need about 18 inches of dental floss wrapped around the middle...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Does it matter when I floss?
    It doesn't matter whether you floss first or brush your teeth first. Flossing first ensures that it...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Are there options if I'm having trouble using dental floss?
    If you are having problems using dental floss, there are several options that may help. The waxed...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    What type of toothbrush should I use?
    Use either a manual or an electric toothbrush. Both can clean your teeth effectively if used...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How should I choose a toothbrush?
    Choose a toothbrush with soft bristles and a handle that's comfortable to hold. Make sure the...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    How does plaque cause tooth decay?
    You may not realize it, but your mouth is teeming with bacteria. And  when you eat, they eat,...  Full Post
  • De Vizio, DMD
    De Vizio, DMD of Colgate answered:
    Is it normal to have bad breath right after brushing my teeth?
    Your breath should smell fresh after brushing your teeth. If yours doesn't, there are a number of...  Full Post