(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best powered toothbrushes & accessories

I went last year for the first time since about 2002. To put it lightly, I was scared.

It turns out that my fear of dentists for the previous 16 years was a solid and effective motivator for me to take very good care of my teeth. No cavities. I waited until AFTER the cleaning to tell them how long it had been, and they said it looked like I had been getting cleanings every 6 months. Now, whenever I go in every 6 months, they tell me I consistently have the cleanest teeth of any of their clients (maybe they are lying to make me feel good).

My regimen for the last 17 years:

• Floss, tongue scraper, mouthwash, then brush (in this order). Morning and night.
  
• Mouthwash after eating something messy or drinking something acidic or sugary.
  
• Do NOT Rinse after brushing or you'll wash away all the flouride and it won't have a chance to soak in.
  
• I use Sensodyne with Novamin. You have to order it from canada or the UK. If you can't get it, your dentist can prescribe you 3M Clin-pro which is almost as good.
  
• 3-4 times a week I use a waterpik and make sure I irrigate the gumline (front and back of teeth)
  
• I use an electric toothbrush like this (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077Y79R9T/ref=dp_prsubs_2) I had a Sonicare, but felt that it did not work as well as the Oral-B. I also use the "Floss Action" brush heads that have little soft plastic paddles in them besides the actual bristles
  
  Also, I see a LOT of people brushing only the tops of their teeth. You need to brush the tops, AND the front and back. Spend extra time in the back by your wisdom teeth, as this is the place most people have problems.
  
  I know some people will say not to use a tongue scraper every day. I suppose if your using it like you're trying to scrape paint, that might not be a good idea. Orabrush makes a soft one with little bristles on it. It's a lot less harsh than the rigid plastic ones, I wouldn't use one of those every day. Here's the one I use:
  
  https://www.amazon.com/Orabrush-Tongue-Cleaner-Breath-Scrapers/dp/B0045IZ9Z4/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=tongue+cleaner&qid=1574096940&s=hpc&sr=1-8
  
  And for flossing:
  https://www.amazon.com/Listerine-UltraClean-Access-Flosser-Refill/dp/B00QSNP80U/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=flosser&qid=1574096991&s=hpc&sr=1-8
  
  Mouthwash:
  https://www.amazon.com/Listerine-Antiseptic-Mouthwash-Cool-Mint/dp/B01FXMLU6C/ref=pd_sbs_121_1/142-7631324-3304853?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01FXMLU6C&pd_rd_r=2c73adbb-da2f-4077-bf0c-5d8a49d90044&pd_rd_w=Hyy7D&pd_rd_wg=s2Xrc&pf_rd_p=52b7592c-2dc9-4ac6-84d4-4bda6360045e&pf_rd_r=RFBS5QWRRTDGC9KCX32M&psc=1&refRID=RFBS5QWRRTDGC9KCX32M
  
  Yeah, I know, it has alcohol, and it doesn't have fluoride. I found that non-alcohol mouthwashes don't seem to work very well. And, I don't need fluoride from my mouthwash since I brush immediately after the mouthwash. Also, this particular listerine has some extra chemicals in them to help loosen food and stuff, which their fluoride version does NOT have.
  
  Edit: On the Novamin toothpaste... It was available in the US back in like 2007 or so. It got pulled from the market because of patent or licensing issues or something. Countries with bad teeth stereotypes can now buy this stuff over the counter and have overall better dental health than americans now. If you search around, you can find companies that will sell it to you and ship it to the US. The 3M Clin-pro stuff is the only "legal" choice here, but it requires a prescription, and the dentist will probably charge you $40 a tube for it. There is also this stuff:
  
  https://www.amazon.com/Apagard-Premio-toothpaste-nanohydroxyapatite-remineralizing/dp/B0016GCZSC/ref=sr_1_7?crid=2NRDCT9IY50MV&keywords=primo+toothpaste&qid=1574097773&s=hpc&sprefix=primo+tooth%2Chpc%2C166&sr=1-7
  
  There are some NIH articles on tests of this stuff, and it appears to be as good or even better than Novamin. I have some. I asked my dentist about it, and he recommends it to people who think that fluoride is a mind control agent and won't use fluoride toothpaste. He has only started recommending it, so he didn't have feedback on how well it worked. Sometimes I switch it up and use this for a week or so.

If you are concerned, I'd recommend a good starting point is:

1. Floss at least once daily or use inter dental brushes: https://www.amazon.com/TePe-Interdental-Brush-Pink-0-4mm/dp/B001AI8ARQ/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_194_img_2/137-1347916-6832425?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=MKFPREV4QY3GB02TCJG1
   
2. Clean your teeth with a round head electric toothbrush with a flossing head https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Rechargeable-Toothbrush-Automatic-Precision/dp/B01AKGRP92/ref=sr_1_9_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1540899352&sr=8-9&keywords=oral%2Bb%2Belectric%2Btoothbrush&th=1
   
3. Mouth wash with peroxyl https://www.amazon.com/Colgate-Peroxyl-Mouth-Sore-Rinse/dp/B00WOSEKP2/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1540899406&sr=8-3&keywords=peroxyl
   
   Do it in this order. Your gums might bleed a lot the first few times you do it, but after a few days you should notice a VAST improvement.
   
   Eat only 3 meals a day, and try to avoid all carbohydrate and sugar in between. Cheese and bread, carrot sticks etc, tea coffee, water (without sugar, no juice etc) for snacks are ideal.
   
   Save up for a reputable dentist to make sure you don't have any cavities growing under the surface.
   
   Cant give you any advice regarding dental care in the US, but if you need any more advice, happy to reply to your PM's.

ugh I wish the limit was a little more because I love this case and this one. I have this one on my phone right now, not sure if youd like it but its amazing. Maybe youd like more of a case like this. this one is a little over but its absolutely adorable. If you don't want to spend the extra I had one like this for my Ipod and it took such a beating before it finally broke 2 years later and there wasn't a scratch on my ipod.
If I win I'd love this case cause I'm also a huge walking dead fan

I use a makeup bag, but something like a travel bag or a shaving bag for men might work better for you. Also, I just got this for Christmas, and it is one of the greatest things I've ever received. I hope this link works. Edit: They come in all different colors.

• Gloridea electric toothbrush for $18. It's like a better Philips Sonicare: lighter, smaller, more handsome, and a third of the price. It charges via USB rather than a charging base, and the battery lasts 1–2 months.
  
• Cheap folding straw hat covered with mylar for $2. A strange and wonderful mix of the traditional and futuristic: woven natural straw fibers coated with lightweight waterproof mylar. Super dorky but highly functional; I get lots of compliments. It is available on Amazon, but without the mylar coating, which loses its ability as a rain hat.
  
• Yes4All Lightweight Camping Hammock for $10 (now $15). The fancier, more expensive travel hammocks I've seen are even slightly larger. This one rolls to the size of a large burrito. Replace the include rope with a high quality lightweight climbing rope. Perfect for a nap while waiting for those 4am trains.

Thank you... It makes me feel better that you guys think I can maintain it. I guess it is just pretty scary to basically be told I have an incurable disease..!

I think I've already improved my flossing but I will make sure. Electric toothbrush is a good idea that I probably should have already done by now. I'll get one soon. Thinking of the Philips Sonicare 5100 because it specifically says for gum health. The fancier ones seem like they have extra features I don't really need lol. Thanks again.

I was told I had a receding gum line and would need grafts too. I got an electric toothbrush and haven't had the problem since! An electric toothbrush is also good because it helps you brush your teeth for long enough, and it typically does a better job of brushing teeth than we might do on our own (we miss spots, brush too hard, etc).

I have an Oral B brush I really like. It came with a rechargeable base and a little clock that counts down my 2 min brush time and tells me when to switch to a different part of my mouth.

Get a small, soft round brush head; those work the best. Like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006ANDK/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Get two cause you’ll lose 1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00P936188/ref=ox_sc_act_image_19?smid=A294P4X9EWVXLJ&psc=1

Get a bunch cause you’ll lose or damage them
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B013JMZRIA/ref=ox_sc_act_image_17?smid=A294P4X9EWVXLJ&psc=1

Get 2 cause you’ll lose 1. Keep the other in your pocket afte you pass security
https://www.amazon.com/Fendrihan-Metal-Tooth-Pocket-Inches/dp/B07FN53S4S/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=fendrihan+comb&qid=1569344034&sprefix=fendr&sr=8-4

It’s easy to skimp on oral care on the road but it’s important to CRM to not have bad breath
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Sonicare-DiamondClean-Rechargeable-toothbrush/dp/B06XT1CRYZ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=sonicare+diamondclean&qid=1569346530&sr=8-3

I noticed a much better shave once I stopped using Gillette cream just pack it in a ziplock bag

https://www.amazon.com/Kiss-My-Face-Pomegranate-Grapefruit/dp/B0048IFLBI/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=kiss+my+face+shaving+cream+pomegranate&qid=1569344373&sprefix=kiss+my+face+shaving+cream+po&sr=8-3

I personally enjoy my brightline bag but I commute so I don’t pack food, that’s what per diem is for.

I’d recommend a Microsoft surface over a laptop. I’d get a hard mousepad to lay over everything in your bag. When your bag goes vertical it’ll help keep everything slightly in order also.

I'm a few inches taller than you and I have these in medium petite. They fit perfectly and that huge pocket works for my stethoscope. Then I use a shirt like this for everything else I need. I fit an astounding amount of items on my person at any given time and I have yet to lose something. I keep everything I'll need for clinicals/lab in a bag like this when I'm not using it. I throw the bag in my backpack the night before so I don't forget it and I load up my pockets when I get to the hospital.

I'm not a dentist, but an electric toothbrush changed my life. I have this. It's very affordable and the replacement heads are very affordable. I definitely like the sonic brushes more than the oscillating heads, but I know some dentists recommend the round, oscillating heads. Either way, you won't regret getting one. And try the dentec floss picks!

Sonicare

This was recommended by our dentist, and we've had it for about 2 years without any problems. I find the electric brushing considerably more effective (i.e: "that clean feeling") than manual brushing.

Supposedly, I also have less plaque. Bonus

Protip: Post lenker til Prisjakt.no-sidene til produktene, så er det lettere å klikke på dagen(e) (tilbudene slippes stort sett fra torsdag og varer ofte ut Cyber Monday - altså påfølgende dag).

Skal selv ha en rekke greier, avhengig av pris selvfølgelig. Har semi-lyst på ny bærbar, men føler ikke jeg egentlig kan forsvare det økonomisk. Har dog et innside tips om at det kommer noen heftige tilbud på toppmodellen fra Huawei Matebook, så alt etter hvor god rabatt det kommer, slår jeg muligens til der.

Samme med mobiltelefon. Singles Day tilbudene på mobiler skuffet riktignok - ingen toppmodeller, og har et innside tips om at det nok ikke blir mange tilbud på toppmodeller på Black Friday heller fra en av de store el-kjedene, så da tipper jeg den andre store el-kjeden heller ikke kommer med det.

Må ellers ha litt julegaver. Phillips Diamond Clean er ca. dobbel så dyr i Norge som i utlandet, noe som pleier å være en god pekepinne på rå tilbud: https://www.prisjakt.no/product.php?p=4495121 (prisjakt sin "internasjonale pris" er bare BS stort sett - sjekk Amazon direkte: https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Sonicare-DiamondClean-Rechargeable-toothbrush/dp/B07C799HF6/).

Tenker også på en KitchenAid blender med 2 hestekrefter (den andre store julegaven jeg gir i år): https://www.prisjakt.no/product.php?p=4312059 - også ca. dobbel pris av USA, noe som ofte, ikke alltid, er et godt tegn med tanke på Black Friday-tilbud.

Skal ellers se litt hva som kommer...

I know a lot of people are worried if they’ve never gone or if it’s been a long time that they’ll get judged. I personally view a situation like this as more “thank goodness you’re here” and not “why didn’t you come sooner”.

Also if you’re worried about cost most offices will work a payment plan or have resources to help you pay over time.

Let them know upfront that it’s your first time and you’d like some patience and extra explaining for the process.

If there’s a lot of buildup, a cleaning may take multiple visits. Your first visit might even just be an exam and X-rays.

Edit: Under 16 you’ll likely need a parent or guardian with you to consent for your care.

Edit #2, often high end electric toothbrushes will have a cheap model like this sonicare. It does the same action but uses a much cheaper power source and isn’t rechargeable. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NL2AOPU/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1519228374&sr=8-2&keywords=sonicare+battery+operated+toothbrush&dpPl=1&dpID=21FAoBDkz5L&ref=plSrch

Please note this will not remove any hard deposit on your teeth, you will need to visit a dentist for that.

Does anyone know of any major differences between "Flexcare" and "Flexcare Platinum" models?

It is funny to me because two Flexcare handles come out to $160 with DiamondClean brush heads, travel cases and all the good stuff. You can get them even cheaper at Costco $120

Meanwhile the Flexcare Platinum is only 1 handle, does not come with DiamondClean brushes or UV sanitizer and all the other goodies and costs $160 for one brush.

Is handle really that different? The only difference I see is the "sensitive mode" with a pressure sensor that reduces aggressive brushing and a newer design?

Is it really worth paying for this newer Flexcare Platinum model that costs more than 2 brushes of greater value?

Am I missing something? Are there any Sonicare experts here?

What would help me with some self care would be new brush heads for mine and my husband's toothbrushes. Ours are wearing out and we do not have the funds to replace them.

check out amazon. currently they have a 30 day free prime membership.

Can site https://www.amazon.ca/RotaDent-Contour-Newest-Electric-Toothbrush/dp/B01CT59OAU/ref=sr_1_23?keywords=Rotadent+Contour&qid=1564596246&s=gateway&sr=8-23

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US site https://www.amazon.com/Rotadent-Contour-Newest-Electric-Toothbrushes/dp/B012YL0I4K

Do you think this will work? I just spent my vape budget, but would like to try something

Yes and no.

There are two ways to show a discount. One is against the "RRP", and the other is against a previous selling price. To show a 'discount' against the latter, the item has to have been on sale at the higher price for at least 28 days (plus some other minor conditions).

But what you don't have to show is that the item may have been cheaper than the sale price previously.

Take this electric toothbrush on Amazon. It's currently advertised at £29.98 - a 63% discount on an RRP of £80.

But look at the price history. Firstly, the most that said toothbrush has been sold on Amazon for is £69.99, not £80, and that was back in 2014. Secondly, it was actually cheaper than today's Black Friday price for a period in late 2016 to early 2017.

In other words, it's not a bargain in any sense of the word. It hasn't been worth anywhere near the RRP for four years.

Can you edit the referral link out of your comment, please?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00K2U5XFK

My thoughts were that the battery would be larger on the razor, but the difference in charge is massive so seems strange to me.

Good point about the toothbrush being stored on the charger, I don't have a power outlet in my bathroom, so I have to charge in the bedroom so only charge it when it's getting low. Also it was my understanding that if something is constantly on charge it affects the battery life over time. Maybe this isn't the case with newer devices.

I brush twice a day and my toothbrush is 18 months old, this is the one: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Oral-B-PRO-2000-CrossAction-Rechargeable/dp/B00K2U5XFK/ref=sr_1_7_s_it?s=drugstore&ie=UTF8&qid=1520268119&sr=1-7&keywords=oral+b

Jewelery or denture cleaner

https://www.amazon.com/Essix-Cordless-Sonic-Cleaner/dp/B0018FNUXU/ref=asc_df_B0018FNUXU/

Also those toothbrush bristle head refills are rip-offs.
http://www.amazon.com/Oral-B-Sensitive-Extra-Soft-Brush-heads/dp/B00006ANDK

when i go the pharmacy 3 heads cost more then 3 whole new brushes
(Same with razor head refills)