Alex wrote:

> Still, I would not want to be kissing some or speaking closely to
> someone who has not put a brush in their mouth for days, weeks,
> months or years, would you?

I wouldn't mind doing that if the person in question had no bad breath,
no food remains, and no ugly dental appearance. It is obvious you think
it is impossible to be in that condition without brushing. Evidently you
have absolutely no experience in the practice of not brushing and at the
same time eating appropriate foods. Your dental education probably lacked
the concept of whole foods entirely.

Speaking closely to people is part of my profession. I'm a teacher,
currently at a high school. Appearance is very important to me. Teenagers
are extremely sensitive and bad at hiding their emotions. If I would have
even the slightest suspicion that they or my colleagues find my breath
repellent I would immediately start brushing or whatever, to fix the
problem. I also have several very good and honest friends. They say
there's nothing wrong with my breath and my teeth look fine.

I clearly remember the long period in my life during which I didn't
follow the principle of whole foods. If I didn't brush my teeth for just
one day, I felt like I had a dump in my mouth the day after, and the
smell was awful. Even when I brushed, there were periods I was ashamed
of my breath. Both paleolithic diet and my current one have saved me
from all these troubles.

I have nothing more to add right now besides suggesting that you try it
out yourself, but I bet you'll never do that. You seem to be fixated.

Fredrik

Arena for vegheads and meatheads
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/vegvsmeat/