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Lavarsi i denti
This is a reflexive verb with a body part, so Italian uses the definite article i denti and never a possessive. Saying lavare i miei denti sounds wrong to a native ear.
Examples in context
Mi lavo i denti dopo colazione.
I brush my teeth after breakfast.
Lavati i denti prima di dormire.
Brush your teeth before sleeping.
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