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u/jeremypr82 · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

Osteopenia is definitely a consideration for periodontal risk. One way you can make sure that you're absorbing/retaining calcium systemically is by using xylitol. Xylitol effectively transports calcium through the gut wall, thereby making it more bioavailable. Human studies on this are still preliminary, but the data from animal studies is very strong.

Xylitol is also highly effective at preventing cavities, especially when taken regularly throughout the day. The amount of xylitol you need for calcium facilitation is something like 30-40 grams over the course of a day. One teaspoon is about 4.5 grams, so you're looking at 6 teaspoons over a day (or 2 tablespoons). If you're interesting in trying, I'd recommend having a cup of green tea with 2 teaspoons of xylitol, 3 times a day. Green tea has a good amount of naturally occurring fluoride, so it may help even further with cavity prevention.

The only thing you wanna watch out for w/ this regimen is to start off your xylitol uptake slowly. If you have too much all up front, you may get some nice explosive diarrhea. Your body quickly adapts to it though, usually after a couple of weeks of controlled exposure.

Here's a link to some bulk xylitol: http://amzn.com/B000ORSIJ4

Costs $25, should last you 75 days if you use that recommended amount every day, which costs about 33 cents a day.

u/fosterrrrr · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

What kind of tape would you recommend? 3M Micropore paper tape or something like this? https://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Strips-SomniFix-Breathing-Nighttime/dp/B076CQ1NR8

And do you think there's any benefit to using Flonase to encourage deeper breathing even though I don't have any allergies now?

Update: Used Nexcare Gentle Paper Tape last night (best I could find locally). Didn't have any trouble whatsoever falling asleep or staying asleep. Awoke feeling refreshed, perhaps slightly more refreshed than normal, but not eye-opening, dramatically more refreshed. Wore a DenTek Maximum Protection Dental Guard underneath. It juts out just a little, but I used 2 layers of tape, and I felt like the seal was pretty good. Woke up with a moist mouth. Noticeable saliva on the gums. Though, I will say my throat was a little dry. I might have been biting into the guard a little too much, and the impression might be rubbing on my gums. But that might have been happening anyway, and I suppose it's better to have that friction with a well moistened mouth than a dry one. I'm going to try the tape with a low-profile, disposable Plackers one that needs to be changed out every few days.

Edit: Definitely feel more refreshed, the more I dwell on it. But, could be a placebo effect.

u/LuckeeSeven · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

I'm going to piggyback on this comment, love Sonicare, but the Essence can get pretty gunked up in between the housing of the base and head the way it is designed. Replacement heads are more expensive than other models as well.

I would recommend the Easy Clean version which is slightly more for the initial investment, but replacement heads are more affordable and it stays much cleaner. You can also use the DiamondClean replacements on the Easy Clean as well, which are the heads that I prefer.

http://www.amazon.com/Philips-HX6511-50-Rechargeable-Toothbrush/dp/B004M1BO3U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382814205&sr=8-1&keywords=sonicare+easy+clean

Just my two cents!

u/Warfrog · 3 pointsr/Dentistry

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.
u/Once-Bitten · 1 pointr/Dentistry

This made me cringe. Don't stick stuff in your sockets, like, ever. You may not be in pain anymore but there is still serious healing going on in there. Did you not have a post-op appointment? You don't want to leave debris in there and definitely want to irrigate each time you eat because you're not at risk for dry socket anymore but you can still cause an infection. I would call the OS or Dentist that performed the extraction or purchase dental syringes on Amazon because you need that curved tip. I'm a month out and still irrigating. This is gross, but, if I'm at my mother's house for dinner and have nothing to irrigate with I use her kitchen sink sprayer.

Sticking non-sterile objects in your extraction sites is the worst advice ever. You're not even close to being healed and you could really do some damage. And you should definitely be brushing your gums at the surgical sites at two weeks. If you haven't, you've got two weeks worth of junk built up back there. Keep it super clean at all times and please, for the love of all that is holy, keep things out of it.

http://www.amazon.com/Monoject-Curved-412-Syringes-5pcs/dp/B007Y8230G/ref=sr_1_2?

u/owlieface · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

I've been chewing these dental probiotic tablets that I bought off Amazon, specifically for fresh breath (I don't like chewing gum). So far, they've been working great and apparently are used by people with periodontitis to keep gums healthy. A lot of periodontitis is that certain bacteria are in your mouth. Introducing different bacteria to counter that may help. This is the one I just bought. I heard it works even better when paired with a Water Pik, that washes away all the bacteria deep in your gums.

https://www.amazon.com/Probiotic-probiotics-halitosis-Streptococcus-salivarius/dp/B013TS3SXA/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1550423758&sr=8-3&keywords=dental+probiotic

u/anotherNewHandle · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

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!

u/cementicIes · 1 pointr/Dentistry

First, you should only be brushing with a soft bristled toothbrush. Everything else tends to be too hard on the gum tissue. Brush for two minutes using the Modified Bass Technique. Look it up on youtube. Also, "Just saw one seven years ago?" That made me lol.

I have and use a sonicare. I love it to death. However, this is an excellent deal. Rotary brushes are excellent at removing plaque, and Oral-B replacement heads tend to be cheaper than the sonicare ones.

Oral-B Vitality Pro White Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush $19.21 Amazon

u/kghyr8 · 1 pointr/Dentistry

Start wiping off the teeth after every nursing. You can use a clean washcloth or look for something like Spiffies (https://www.amazon.com/Spiffies-ToothWipes-tripack-Apple-60-Wipes/dp/B001MS7BIS/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1506375148&sr=8-3&keywords=spiffies).

If the decay is progressing then the absolute best thing is to have the dentist apply Silver Diamine Fluoride. It's the best way to kill the bacteria and arrest the decay. Caries can progress rapidly in little ones. Fluoride varnish is good, and can be applied every 3 months, but SDF is more effective at arresting decay.

I would do a 3 month evaluation and keep on a 3 month schedule just to follow her closer. You'd have a better chance of catching the progression. That being said, going to the dentist doesn't prevent cavities. That can only be done at home. You've got to be vigilant at cleaning the mouth frequently and reducing how often she has milk (breastmilk or otherwise) in the mouth.

u/creesa · 1 pointr/Dentistry

The fluoride-free toothpaste I mention in my post is actually this stuff: Now Xyliwhite

So he's getting some Xylitol and a little fluoride (both in toothpaste and tap water). I'm going to start wiping his teeth after meals now though. I've just been having him freely drink water throughout the day and then brushing at night, but I think I should add more oral care. Thanks for the info.

u/Theburbsnxt · 1 pointr/Dentistry

Very good! Here are 2 more suggestions for a real luxurious brush and dental hygiene.

A waterpick which you would use first to clean between your teeth and the gum line, then floss and brush. Its on sale now for $23 shipped.

https://www.amazon.com/ToiletTree-Products-Irrigator-Rechargeable-Batteries/dp/B00OQFH0OY

Sensodyne has a great new toothpaste out - i love it. I get it for $4 at walmart

https://www.amazon.com/Sensodyne-Pronamel-Intensive-Toothpaste-Strengthening/dp/B07K15VPD4

Do you need these 2 things? Not at all - but they help out a lot.

u/Tinyfishy · 1 pointr/Dentistry

I'm seeing a ton of staining and some build up. You also have naturally very grooved and ridged teeth which isn't making things easier. You are also crowded, which isn't helping. Are you using a fluoride paste? Here are some suggestions: Go buy this brush and use it as directed for two minutes twice a day: https://www.amazon.com/Oral-B-FlossAction-Rechargeable-Toothbrush-Automatic/dp/B078Y357PS/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=oral%2Bb%2Bvitality&qid=1558743840&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1 It will also help a lot with the staining (after a professional cleaning).

Make sure you are flossing correctly. Watch some videos or ask your dentist/hygienist to show you. Same with the brush. Don't rinse with water or non-flouridated mouthwash after brushing, just spit and go. Ask your dentist of any of your teeth are candidates for sealants. You will likely pay out of pocket for that. Can't thoroughly address whether or not you have any recession without a proper exam, but from glancing at the pics, I'll say I think you are over worrying and should concentrate more on getting your teeth squeaky clean. You might want to ask about orthodontics to straighten your teeth which will also make them easier to care for.

u/DocHowser · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

Therabreath is great! But only works if the smell is coming from your mouth. What kind of tongue scraper are you using? I find the plastic ones don’t do anything. I like the metal dr Tung’s tongue scraper from amazon. (Link below)

Dr. Tung's Tongue Cleaner, Stainless Steel (colors may vary) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00064JGBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_s4yyCbCM1S1YM

Other possibilities for bad breath 1. post nasal drip from chronic allergies 2. Acid reflux (smells coming from your stomach.

My best guess is still tonsil stones though, even if they’re not visible. They hide in the folds and holes of the tonsils.

u/Ogremad · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

http://www.amazon.com/Waterpik-Aquarius-Water-Flosser-WP-660/dp/B00HFQQ0VU

The water runs out pretty quick when the reservoir is directly attached, so this one might be good! Cheers!

u/Wilawah · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

Sounds normal. The holes should gradually close. Don't worry about it. Predictable that the one that was impacted and was more work to get out has the larger hole.

Get one of these curved syringes to gently clean
http://www.amazon.com/Monoject-Curved-412-Syringes-5pcs/dp/B007Y8230G/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1410742677&sr=8-12&keywords=Syringe

See a dentist if you have bleeding at this point or swelling/infection.

Give your dentist who removed the teeth a call for peace of mind.

u/goldstandardalmonds · 4 pointsr/Dentistry

I would scrape it with a metal tongue scraper. This one is really popular: https://www.amazon.ca/Dr-Tungs-Tongue-Cleaner-Stainless/dp/B00064JGBO

I used to use the regular ones like Oral-B, but this one really worked. I had oral surgery and couldn't brush for the first bit, then wasn't allowed to brush the teeth the surgery was on, couldn't floss, only ate soft foods and tldr, it was dank -- I grew 'hair' on my tongue! Anyway, this helped.

Part of it also is diet -- lots of water, but also fresh foods (like raw fruits and veggies) helps.

u/elixerboi · 1 pointr/Dentistry

First off, I pretty much blanket recommend to every patient I see to get an electric toothbrush. There is such a huge difference in plq control that 95% of the population cannot deal with with a manual tb. Sonicare vs Oral B is a hoseout, I use Oral B because they gave me a free one sooner than Sonicare did.

For just basic brushing you don't need the top of the line model with 5 modes, travel case, lightsaber, etc, but also don't skimp out. Definitely get a rechargeable one as the battery operated ones suck, and get one with a 2 minute timer.

My top recommendation is Costco if you're a member. They sell high end models for equal or cheaper than the mid-tier ones, but they usually come in packs of two. Like here's one model, the flexcare, comes out to be just $65 if you can find a friend/family member to split the cost with.

If you don't have a costco membership, [this] or [this] are probably ones I'd look to get. Make sure you check out the price of the actual brush heads too because that's a life-long cost.

u/TheSaharaPalace · 1 pointr/Dentistry

I love water flossing and I will never go back to using string.

I was not a flosser -- now I floss every day. Easy, simple, enjoyable. Should have invested in a water flosser years ago.

Compared to string flossing, the water gets more gunk out, too.

I have this model but I would go with a Water Pik or Hydro Floss next time. The one I have has one design flaw: the tip where the water comes out isn't slightly pointed so it is difficult to point the stream directly between teeth. The tip is flat. Other than that, it's a great product.

u/Kanzar · 1 pointr/Dentistry

I searched originally for the Opalescence Treswhite trays...

Then I found this: http://www.amazon.com/Opalescence-Go-15%25-Treswhite-Supreme/dp/B00ER5NN3K/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1398296221&sr=8-4&keywords=opalescence+treswhite

So go for that or the original Treswhite.

Ideally I'd recommend you get the trays made, and get the Opalescence gel to put in it rather than these. Ask around to see how much custom bleaching trays are and how much they sell bleach for.

u/fliphop · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

You need a tongue scraper.

It changed my life.

https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Tungs-Tongue-Cleaner-Stainless/dp/B00064JGBO

Best tongue scraper I've ever used and it is a BIFL product for sure.

u/Unhooked- · 1 pointr/Dentistry

Get an oral irrigator. These are fantastic.

Oral Breeze ShowerBreeze Water Jet Dental Irrigator, Easy Shower Installation, Treats Gum Disease Naturally, Use 15 Seconds Daily https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ES2HNI/

u/laurelspaghetti · 1 pointr/Dentistry

A tongue scraper might be helpful. I use mine pretty much every day.

u/Antique_Ant · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

Not a dentist, but I have severe TMJD and I have a normal bite splint made out of thick acrylic that goes on the top. I drool in my sleep and I snore. I like to use these at night and they seem to help with dry mouth during the day and night. https://www.amazon.com/XyliMelts-Dry-Mouth-Mint-Free-80-Count/dp/B001A42R1A

u/veritasius · 0 pointsr/Dentistry

Your teeth aren't yellow, it's just that because of the ridiculously skewed standards that we now have, you think they're yellow. Rather than the weak Crest White strips, use something stronger that will work much better. Good luck.

u/BigBootyBear · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

I use this tongue scraper daily(it was the ONLY ONE that worked. Oral B, Orabrush, backside of toothbrushes - all didnt work) and still after 4 or 5 scrapes there is visible white residue. Do you have any idea why nothing works for me except that hunk of metal?

I don't think I have Closys Mouthwash in my country. Could you tell me what makes it good so I could look for those ingredients in the mouthwashes available in my country?

u/ReplaceSelect · 3 pointsr/Dentistry

Super floss is a thicker piece of floss with one stiff end to get under wires/bridges. Floss threaders are plastic loops to help push (or thread!) floss under the wire.

u/Blackapearl · 3 pointsr/Dentistry

You’ve got a good routine. Keep that up.
If you want to add something - get a water flosser like this

u/JawAnon · 1 pointr/Dentistry

I just got mine on mid-May prior to jaw surgery, and this definitely holds up. My orthodontist had a fancy contraption to hold my mouth open while they applied all the brackets that they didn't have the first two times I had braces. That definitely made the whole process much easier on my jaw.

I'd also add that during the first few weeks, those couple brackets you'll have on will chew up your gums a bit. Rinsing liberally with salt water (I make up a bottle that I keep handy) will help heal them faster. Put a bit of wax on the bracket right away. Once the spot is healed, stop using the wax so your gums can form a bit of a callous.

I would also just avoid the foods they tell you to avoid all together. You probably won't have the brackets on very long and it's just not worth it to lose a bracket over. I was informed at my last appointment that I'd lost one, and I'm on a liquid diet! It takes soooo long for them to put it back on that they just decided to wait until next time to put a new bracket on.

Watepiks are great for braces (the model I have comes with a tip for braces and has been on sale for under $50 frequently lately). Otherwise, you should use a threader to floss.

There are now way more options for brackets than there were years ago. There are traditional metal and ceramic braces that need rubber bands to ligate. But now there are also Damon brackets (which come in metal and clear versions) that self ligate. So no need for rubber bands or tightening (you still get wire changes), and your teeth move faster. The brackets themselves are also slightly smaller. They are so much better than the tradition brackets I had when I was younger. I've only had them for a few weeks and I can't believe how much teeth movement I've already had.

u/ffffffffffffuuuuuuu · 2 pointsr/Dentistry

Is this the one you wanted to buy? http://www.amazon.com/Philips-HX5610-30-Rechargeable-Frustration/dp/B007ZN5ATQ


It's still showing available for me on USA Amazon.

The only differences seem to be the color.


Having used sonicare brushes for years, I would stay away from the models you are looking at because of the brush head design. Especially if multiple people may use it, and change brush heads, that model needs to be unscrewed and gets all gunked up with moisture.

Also, the replacement screw on heads seem to be more expensive on Amazon.

If you can swing it, look in to a model with the smaller, pull off type brush head.

http://www.amazon.com/Sonicare-50-EasyClean-Rechargeable-Toothbrush/dp/B004M1BO3U/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1407353081&sr=1-1&keywords=sonicare+toothbrush

or

http://www.amazon.com/Philips-HX6731-02-Healthywhite-Rechargeable/dp/B00CUG26Z4/ref=sr_1_2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1407353081&sr=1-2&keywords=sonicare+toothbrush

u/kbotei · 1 pointr/Dentistry

Something with xylitol in it might be an option. I recently found a toothpaste XyliWhite, amazon link, that has 25% xylitol as the active ingredient.

u/mike932 · 1 pointr/Dentistry

i am not a dentist. go to your dentist and tell him you cannot floss. in the meantime, use a waterpik, or use a floss threader to get the floss to the bottom of the tooth.... http://www.amazon.com/G-U-M-Butler-Eez-Thru-Floss-Threaders/dp/B000GGJCDO

u/indecentdeer · 1 pointr/Dentistry

Is it an upper tooth that's giving you pain? You could also try finding a little curved syringe and flush warm salt water into the socket. Sometimes, food gets up there that causes the pain.
http://www.amazon.com/Monoject-Curved-412-Syringes-5pcs/dp/B007Y8230G

u/box_dropper · 3 pointsr/Dentistry

noone ever knows how much shit is on their tongue, and youre right, dentists dont know either. if you are using a plastic one, think again. 7$ will change your life https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Tungs-Tongue-Cleaner-Stainless/dp/B00064JGBO?th=1

get a metal one.

u/throwawayWhiteTongue · 1 pointr/Dentistry

I use it everyday but haven't seen any results. Sometime my tongue even bleed on some spots. I use this amazon so maybe it's too violent ?
So basically there is no treatment and that won't ever go, but I should try to limit it by scraping my tongue more often ?
(also in your text, it says pale brown to black, isn't it only black hairy tongue ?)