Personal Hygiene Do's and Don'ts

Keep your fingernails trimmed and filed regularly

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• DON'T

Bite or chew your nails when you're anxious

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• DON'T

Clean under your nails to remove dirt and germs.

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• DON'T

Share nail tools (clippers, files) with friends.

• DO

• DON'T

Brush your teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.

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• DON'T

Skip brushing your teeth in the morning because you’re running late.

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• DON'T

Floss once a day to remove food and plaque between teeth.

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• DON'T

Share a toothbrush with a sibling or friend.

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• DON'T

Eat sugary snacks frequently without brushing afterward.

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• DON'T

Visit the dentist every 6 months for cleanings and checkups.

• DO

• DON'T