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thingstodo · 09-06-2009, 08:19 AM

I agree with the soft brush approach and flossing. Also, mouthwash, especially the kind like Act that keeps minerals in your teeth.

You also at the very least need to get your teeth cleaned 1-2 times per year. If not, tarter will build up and also cause your gums to fade away becayse they have no tooth enamal tocontact with - only tarter that creates bad bacteria. With no x-rays you should be able to get them cleaned for $150 or less, especially if you try a clinic. Whatever you need to give up to make that happen is worth far more than you give up, especially in the long run for not only teeth health but also heart health as receding gums, bacteria and the inflamation contributes to heart disease.

PetzLife has a great enzyme spray for dogs that really works. You might look into that for in between. It actually smells like mouthwash.

But as one dentist told me many years ago: don't worry about your teeth...they'll go away.

09-06-2009, 08:19 AM	#10 (permalink)
thingstodo A Storm Is Coming Location: The Great White North	I agree with the soft brush approach and flossing. Also, mouthwash, especially the kind like Act that keeps minerals in your teeth. You also at the very least need to get your teeth cleaned 1-2 times per year. If not, tarter will build up and also cause your gums to fade away becayse they have no tooth enamal tocontact with - only tarter that creates bad bacteria. With no x-rays you should be able to get them cleaned for $150 or less, especially if you try a clinic. Whatever you need to give up to make that happen is worth far more than you give up, especially in the long run for not only teeth health but also heart health as receding gums, bacteria and the inflamation contributes to heart disease. PetzLife has a great enzyme spray for dogs that really works. You might look into that for in between. It actually smells like mouthwash. But as one dentist told me many years ago: don't worry about your teeth...they'll go away. __________________ If you're wringing your hands you can't roll up your shirt sleeves. Stangers have the best candy.