what is the etiquette for toothpick?

Question

so i know people who use the toothpick in public places and even at resturants...i think its weird. Alot of times i see them cover their mouth while they use it to pick out their teeth...it is gross especailly when your still eating. When is it a right time to use a toothpick? And can u use it whenever.....

Answer 1

It is gross and you should cover your mouth with your hand when using it. Ideally you should not use it at the restaurant, but after you're outside, preferably in your own car.

That is one of the reason's that many restaurants only have them at the door for you to use when you leave.

It's tacky and ill mannered to use it at a table when others are eating.

Even in a home, you should go to another room or a bathroom and use it.

Answer 2

If you notice, most of the time the toothpicks are by the door not at the table. It is gross to do it at the table. A person should excuse themselves and go to the bathroom to pick their teeth, in front of the mirror.

Answer 3

I find it very disgusting to see anyone with one. I think if you must use one, do it in a private place like the bathroom. Really, you should just floss and brush if its that much of a problem that a person wants to stick a piece of wood in their mouth. Ewwww

Answer 4

Unless you're on a prairie, do it in private. It is really gross to use it in the process of eating. Excuse yourself to the restroom.

Answer 5

The rule is Not In Public.

Answer 6

In private where no one is watching. Maybe if you need a tooth pick, you also need to see a dentist.

Answer 7

Pick in private.

Answer 8

IF U MUST USE IT, PUT UR HAND TO COVER UR MOUTH, SO U HIDE WHUT U DOING !
2 POINTS!

Answer 9

at least they're not flossing at the table

Answer 10

don't stick it in your eye in public!!!!


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