The Perfect Oral Health Care Routine (3 easy steps)

[@TeethTalk]

🦷 There is more to a great dental routine than brushing! 🪥 Get FREE access to the 5 must-have elements for an impeccable oral health routine here: bit.ly/free-oral-hygiene-routine-guide

[@m0nsterfiend]

@TeethTalk I love your knowledgeable advice!! ❤ just wanted your opinion, do you recommend synsodyne toothpaste for medium level of periodontal disease? 🙁

[@pionus3651]

Why would you want fluoride?

[@susanlogan8783]

@@pionus3651

[@rick00721]

I had inflammation on my gums at one point. Switched to electric toothbrush with soft bristles twice a day and started flossing at least once per day. Mouthwash once a day but not necessarily as you stated. My gum pockets came right down and are nice and strong with no bleeding anymore. It does work, I have witnessed it myself. Please take care of your mouth people it is very important and will prevent even harder and costly procedures in the future.

[@Samiarain]

Adding 2 drops of tea tree oil is great as well for gum health

[@r19888]

@@Samiarainhello, do you add it to your toothpaste? And how many times?

[@Samiarain]

@@r19888 2 drops on my toothbrush and I brush; you can add it to your toothbrush paste as well. I do 2x a week.

[@nickgionti-oz4ob]

exact same thing happened to me

[@rajjusolanki9758]

I used a mouth fresh really effect with no side effects To learn more, click here.

[@blahblahblah24112]

steps! 1. antiseptic mouthwash 2. brush teeth (don't rinse) 3. floss/water flossing 4. tongue scraping 5. anti-cavity mouthwash

[@yomiseno]

1) brush 2) scrape 3) water flosser for gingivitis 4) anticavity mouthwash 5) trad floss PERFECT X>>

[@wildmanofborneo]

Need to switch 4 and 5. Flossing opens gaps where the mouthwash can then access.

[@polkawportugalii905]

Every dentist I know say that you should use mouthwash only when you can’t brush or before brushing because they have less Fluor than tooth paste

[@zero1188]

Mouth wash kills flouride

[@pingutyp7524]

For m it goes like this 1) Mouthwash 2) Brush 3) Traditional Floss 4) Tongue Scrape

[@shannonmac7801]

I love how you addressed the fluoride topic! 👏👏👏

[@margaridacf97]

This video was very helpful I even took notes, I’ve always done just brushing and mouthwash but I tend to have cavities and really wanted an advice for a good routine so I’m really happy that I found this video!

[@TeethTalk]

you got this!!! thank you for watching! wishing you the best dental care!

[@mdzaihar]

This video should be played in EVERY nursery schools! 👍🏽

[@reginawanjiku4197]

Tongue scraping makes a huge difference. It's much much better than when I used toothbrush. I am getting to flossing.

[@outdoorquest3005]

I am having a sensitive tooth currently and your videos are a gem. Helped me clear out many confusion flying around.

[@pamelicious0523]

Oh my goodness, this is a super informative video. I learn so much from your videos. I have an effective oral care routine and the dental hygienist and dentist see so much improvement. I told them I stepped up my oral care using your tips and suggestions. Thank you 😊

[@TeethTalk]

YESSSS this makes me so happy! keep up the great work! :) and thank you for your kind comment!

[@rajjusolanki9758]

I use such big effective mouth washer Great job on this article! I found it very informative and engaging. To learn more, click here.

[@TechnoShaman91]

I was skeptical at first but I watched the video while doing what was instructed and got almost immediate results with flossing with string and my water flosser - I also get tonsil really bad and I’m tired of growling to vibrate them from the crypt so I’ll give feedback at some point to discuss any changes but otherwise great video thank you ❤

[@djtrepound2407]

Been following your advice. You helped me learn how to floss properly. I used to hate traditional floss but now I actually prefer it. I used all Therabreath products and Arm n Hammer toothepaste. So far no more cavities and each cleaning has been no bleeding and not much scraping. In the morning the brush and rinse. At night I pre rinse, floss, brush and use a fluoride rinse.

[@TeethTalk]

thank you for telling me this!!! keep up the great work!!! wishing you continued dental health!

[@willcookmakeup]

Are there interdental brushes that are reusable and also able to be sanitized so there is less waste? Yes they aren't necessarily single waste and can be used multiple times but you still have to throw them out? Or do you know of any compostable brushes?

[@douglasnisbet1189]

Bamboo toothbrush with pig hair bristles

[@willcookmakeup]

@douglasnisbet1189 oh of course, I can't believe I forgot about the pig hair bristle brush. How silly of me

[@naamayaakobi4287]

It’s really hard for me to listen to someone for too long, and I didn’t felt like that listening to you! You are so pleasant to listen to and professional! I’m going to get my tongue scraper right away! ❤

[@TeethTalk]

best compliment ever! thank you for being here! happy tongue scraping!

[@lookingatdaisies9901]

I've been following you for years and I've been sharing videos with my family! Here's my routine right now. ☀️Morning * Brush with fluoride(/some new tech for enamel remineralising) Toothpaste * Tongue scraper * Mouthwash (anti gum disease) 🌃Night * Mouthwash (anti gum disease) * Floss (gum Angled floss sticks) * Brush * Tongue Scraper I started using a dedicated tongue scraper because of your channel and i noticed my mouth still feeling and smelling fresh the next morning. From a variety of videos and personal experience with my teeth, i do the 45 degree gum aimed brush sweep from gum line to teeth tip (instead of brushing up and down), then i do a 45 degree aimed at gum, wiggle in one place brushing (not dragging my brush side to side). Circle brushing without flossing made me develop more plaque than up-and- down drag brushing without flossing. (I think my dentist told me to circles on my first visit 12 years ago, where i only need a mild cleaning after doing up and down once a day, no flossing for 18 years😅) I've since discovered different dentists have their own ideas of optimal technique. I added flossing because you talk about the importance of it a lot, enough for me to do more research and buy string floss but i could never make that into a habit. But now that I've bought y shaped floss Sticks, I've been able to stick to it. And now I'm a floss Evangelis😊. also never want to do deep cleaning ever again😅 I try to brush before the first meal, you mentioned in a video/short that in your patients, the least problems you see is the before-breakfast brushers, i had the hypothesis that it's because they've swept away some bacteria that built up overnight before adding sugar/carbs to their mouth. feeding the bacteria is the precursor for lactic acid production, if there's less of them there, over *many* years, the daily tiny amount of lactic acid production that you prevent from being in contact with your teeth by reducing bacteria count before breakfast may add up?

[@drbutterchicken]

Love the editing and humour in your videos. Makes this way less scary for me!

[@RodneySpencer-z8i]

Wow, this changed my perspective. Great job! 💡

[@TeethTalk]

thank you for watching and commenting kind!

[@akfriday]

@teethtalk Can you do separate video of recommended practices for night owls and late night eaters? Some folks are struggling with their nighttime routine which affects their oral hygiene routine. For instance if you tend to sleep at 2am, is it best to make sure you floss and brush at some point before midnight or by 1:30am? Thanks in advance!

[@squish4024]

fr! o work night shifts and its super hard to get into a proper routine of when im going to bed when not working and whatnot

[@amiram1256]

Omg, thank you all these years I thought that fluoride was not good for the teeth now I can use it with no guilt 😅❤❤

[@ChrisEbbrsen]

I'm on the upward trail! I flossed tonight I'm so greatful to you Whitney! I'm back to flossing again! Thank you!😅

[@amandawoodward4099]

My previous dentists would just say, "brush more/floss more/ use flouride". Recently though, i asked my dentist to actually show me and explain my exam/xrays/ and measurments. That was the moment i realised how bad my mouth actually was suffering. I knew i wasnt perfect and had issues but didnt know how bad. Im now working on developing better self care habits and improving my oral health

[@chidimmannajiofor9611]

i love your teaching and presentation, your teaching is helping me to take care of my teeth very well which had boosted my confident and stage presents

[@sarashann]

Love your videos and you've definitely helped me up my oral care game!

[@TeethTalk]

!!! thank you SO much :)

[@jesse.adkins]

Girl I just love watching your videos, You're such an icon and the videos are so ASMR omg

[@silly_lily6241]

im from belgium (and my mom is from slovakia) and untill my late teens, through american movies or series, is when i first even HEARD of flossing. i still struggle to see why bother as over here no one seems to do it or know about it and everyone's teeth are as fine as others so

[@Gastemaz]

Diet plays an important role in teeth heslth

[@MissGunjun]

I skip anti septic mouth wash or any kind of mouthwash before brush My steps includes: 1) Brush (i rinse it with filtrate warm water) 2) String flossing (then i use water flosser ) 3) Tongue scrapper ( rinse my mouth again with warm filtrate water ) 4) Anti cavity mouthwash (sometimes) Hope it's healthy ways !!

[@Snow-wu7cw]

1. Anti septic mouthwash (optional) 2. Brush teeth 3. Water flosser 4. Tongue scrapper 5. Anti cavity mouthwash

[@catena6793]

Thanks to thí video, i can understand how to get a heathy routine for my teeth. Thank this

[@Melissa198906]

What are your thoughts about flouride in water if your not suppose to be ingesting it?

[@TeethTalk]

the toxicity is in the dose. eating a full tube of toothpaste (which is not meant to be consumed) is different than the regulated levels put in water. fluoride in water is one of the most successful public health initiatives in reducing the amount of tooth decay in kids. unfortunately some social media has demonized it, but it is a naturally occurring mineral -- not a toxin. those who claim it's a toxin forget that anything can be toxic at a certain dose. you would need to drink 57 liters of water in one day to hit toxicity. hope this helps!

[@smxytourtle]

I’m working on a daily routine, but so far I’ve made a pretty good plan for myself after a couple years of talking with my dental hygienist and dealing with my sensitive teeth that suddenly became very prone to cavities no matter how well I brush. My plan that I wanna do is water picking (especially at the back of my gums cuz it’s the current area that has any issues still after some work), then brushing with my prescription grade toothpaste given by the dentist that has extra fluoride (I need to get an electric tooth brush), spitting out the toothpaste without rinsing then I wanna manual floss to push the tooth paste down between my teeth and just floss in general, and usually rn I just brush my tongue as best as I can and spit it out. If I wanna use my act mouthwash, I either do it at the beginning or use it when I slip on my routine and want to at least do something.

[@talksick508]

I do this Floss Tongue scraper Brush teeth and tongue (electric) Mouth wash Don’t rinse it out 2x day Want to 3x Water floss if run out Sadly have to have two mouthwashes and two toothpastes Because whitening stuff dries me out more So have to use sulfate free healthy stuff too

[@Ohkeh640]

You don’t rinse out the mouth wash????

[@laurenschenck5355]

Happy new year Whitney! Hope you had a great holidays relaxing time 🦷🪥🪥🦷🦷🪥🪥🦷🦷🪥🦷🪥🪥🪥🦷🪥🪥🪥🦷🪥🪥🦷🪥🪥🪥🦷🪥🪥🎊🎊🎉🎊🎉🎉🎊🎊🎉🎉🎉🎊🎉🎉🎊🎊🎊🎉🎉🎊🎊🎉🎉🎊🎊🎉🎉🎊🎊🎊🎊🎉🎉🎊

[@TeethTalk]

you too! thank you so much!

[@laurenschenck5355]

@@TeethTalk aww thanks 😊

[@sonix2012]

I realy like your video you did great! I had a lot of questions while i saw the video and you cover them all explaining the process for details so thank you

[@wayfaring_stranger_]

The mouthwash part is something new I learned.

[@ronvalley1973]

Excellent video, thank you and Happy New Year!🎉

[@TeethTalk]

thank you!!! happy 2024!!!!! :)

[@lizmariposa1]

Here's my order: 1. Water floss 2. Flosser woven with Cocofloss 3. CariFree Treatment Rinse, swoosh around mouth and gargle. 4. Brush with CariFree 1100 gel 5. Tongue scrape

[@arek.b1256]

1:55 what about 30 minutes after brush? I mean something like Elmex sensitive plus

[@kellyboyle7732]

Perfect video to begin the new year! 🥳 What are your thoughts on those gum stimulator tools? (Usually have a conical rubber tip on the end) Are those a worthwhile addition to a routine?

[@TeethTalk]

Thank you! And some patients like to use them! I don't usually recommend unless I see severely puffy gums that are not improving. I've found the combination of electric TB, water flosser, and floss usually helps enough! But it can't hurt to add stimulators to routines as long as you're using them properly :) Always ask your personal hygienist what they think is best for your individual mouth :)

[@kellyboyle7732]

@@TeethTalk Awesome, thanks for the info! ☺

[@magdzioczek]

I started tongue scraping about two years ago and I couldn't do without it now!! I do it only in the morning and as a first step and then I brush my teeth 🪥. I don't floos, I tried but I can't keep up with it, however might try the little brushes, do you have to disinfect it after each use? How long for can you use one ?

[@heyhey8895]

Is there a chance wax (or normal) floss can remove the fluoride if you’re brushing before flossing?

[@monica_toscano]

i'm not sure but you can always use a dental floss with fluoride so you don't remove any fluoride but also add it where the toothpaste can't reach

[@Luke-mm4fy]

I went to the dentist today and she told me exactly this and that brushing without rinsing should be my last step to make sure all my teeth have a nice fluoride coating

[@marinasmith4772]

I stopped tongue scaping because it caused canker sores. Maybe there is good bacteria on the tongue that shouldn't be disturbed? Also, if brushing 2x a day, couldn't that low amount of residual fluoride from toothpaste affect the gut microbiome?

[@faithojima21]

Ong l love Whitney so much she has educated me on oral hygiene, and has helped me improve my oral routine

[@TeethTalk]

thank you so much for watching and commenting kind! keep up the great dental health!

[@slothnroll]

I do 1. Brush 2. Floss 3. therabreath mouth rinse minimum 30 minutes after brushing

[@yuvrajchaurasiaop9337]

Hey mam! Really helpful I had a question... I brush 2 times a day and i brush properly leaving no error but they tend to be yellow a little i want them to become white and bright like yours what can i do?

[@ivantomljenovic4074]

How do I treat gum pain? (below lower front teeth)

[@richardpoland4074]

Whitney should I be concerned if there is graphene oxide in the anesthetic used to numb me for a cavity filling? There was an independent study done the ingredient is in some anesthetics that dentists use even though the manufacturer doesn't list it in the ingredients. Also do you have video on proper way to brush teeth?

[@darsongsify]

I swish with Plax rinse, brush with electric toothbrush, water floss, floss picks and string but need to be better with tongue scraping! My dental check ups are better than when I didn't water floss! I also have a rechargeable plaque scraper and a polisher! I wish I did all this when I was younger! ! also carry teeth picks and use them after I eat because I hate food between my teeth! lol

[@randomhumanoidblob4506]

This is going to sound like such a dumb question, but please bear with me... I have a vile disease called Trigeminal Neuralgia - the most painful known condition and in the facial nerve. Yay. And I've been considering a plaque remover, but do they hurt? In context, I use a prescription-only super-high fluoride toothpaste (every commercial one burns like a mofo) can't use mouthwash, can only floss sometimes, waterpick made me pass out...sometimes I have to just rub the toothpaste on and call it a day. So I have to be crazy careful and things that ordinarily don't hurt are dangerous to those of us with borkbrain. I have learned to tolerate a Sonic toothbrush - it took awhile! - so does the plaque remover feel like a toothbrush (sometimes tolerable) or a waterpick (absolute NO) cos I can't work out quite what they are? It's not something I can painkiller my way out of - it's impervious to even morphine - and the various meds/jaw spasms/general drama has lost me several teeth already. I don't want to lose any more and dental treatment is a hospital job and very limited - can't have root canals, crowns, implants or even fillings on the gum line. Best I can do is keep things stable and I don't know anyone who uses one so would really appreciate some know-how. Thanks muchly 🤗

[@aliciasamuel7586]

If I want to keep toothpaste on my teeth should I use a fluoride mouthwash prior to brushing.

[@OhiChicken]

How come Anti-Septic mouth rinses don't always tell you to use them before brushing? I'm using Closys right now for wisdom teeth extraction healing and I'm highly prone to canker sores. The bottle tells me to use it after brushing.

[@amandaingram3794]

What about a periodmed stannous fluoride wash if you have gum issues? Thanks!

[@zoebroadbent3009]

😊 thank you you for your I brush my teeth and I brush after my breakfast the exuse me what is a water rinse?;) I have have bought a electric toothbrush

[@luv2cruise80]

What do you think about the prescription based toothpaste, Prevident?

[@TeethTalk]

it's great for those who need it! for example -- severe sensitivity, enamel erosion, etc!

[@ClipzRus93]

I always use my water pik before anything, because it helps loosen up the food stuck in your teeth, then I brush.. after that I use mouthwash (Listerine original) but only use that at night. i brush and use the water pik twice a day

[@claudatz1]

Love the way you explain 💗 is it good to brush 3X a day? THANKS!

[@lshulman58]

brush BEFORE breakfast?!? I used to do that but then thought it made more sense to brush AFTER I get food in my mouth/teeth. I also discovered that brushing before makes the food taste odd (left over flavor from the minty toothpaste). I will have to watch your video on why brush after breakfast.

[@scienceevolves4417]

Exactly. It makes sense to be brushing AFTER every food intake, as we don't want to have food particles and residues left in the mouth for all day long. Quite aside from the fact no one should be eating any breakfast, and 1 max. 2 meals within 6-8 hours is all that is needed. I think her advice is ridiculous frankly, especially if it's coupled with the lack of knowledge on nutrition and intermittent fasting which are absolutely vital to our health.❤

[@lshulman58]

​@@scienceevolves4417 You mean "no one should skip eating breakfast." Have you not heard "breakfast is the most important meal of the day"?

[@scienceevolves4417]

@@lshulman58 yeah I heard that saying, it is a common misconception.... I bet you also believe 5 (smaller) meals and not including snacking spread over a day is sensible? 😅 I mean no one should have any breakfast ever. Even as the name suggests you're literally "breaking fast" which is what keeps your body and mind healthy and in good working order. Not to mention that for an average person it takes a good 1-2 hours after sleep until their metabolism kicks in. So, I don't know about you, but I don't fancy waking up in the morning at least 3 hours before I'm supposed to start work, because I'd rather enjoy an extra couple hours sleep than take a breakfast.🙂

[@lshulman58]

@@scienceevolves4417 I actually eat just two meals a day: Breakfast and dinner. I do snack mid-afternoon and midnight snack of milk and cookies (probably NOT a good idea to snack before going to bed, but...). I also work from home/ semi-retired and NOT a morning person. I might wake up around 9am but I then lounge around in bed and end up not eating breakfast (breaking my fast) until around 11am.

[@scienceevolves4417]

@@lshulman58 fair enough that's not bad👍👍👍 I mean I take that advice off Naturopathic doctors and other schools of Wholistic medicine like Ayurveda. Although that falls well beyond the ambit of this channel or video.🙂

[@CarlosCorrea-0827]

I love your videos!!! Very informative. And you are very beautiful ❤❤❤

[@ozonewaterflosserfactory]

One more option for oral care using ozone water flosser as mouthwash and flosser multipurpose,hope that you can test it and you will find it fantastic.

[@paine2686]

I'm not great with flossing technique, so is it ok to interdental brush, and then just pop a floss pick between the point where the teeth meet?

[@CabalCadabraTv]

I make my own mouthwash with tea, tree, oil, peppermint, rosemary, and mint, boil it together then strain it into a bottle. Is that good for me or am I doing something wrong or could do something better?

[@ಪಾರ್ಥಪಾಂಡವ]

Make a video on "How to remove a tonsil stones" ❤️

[@im_maki]

Is cocunut oil pulling good for our teeth?

[@TeethTalk]

here's my video that should help explain: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZjMnWiCjbpqers

[@alessandrosavino1431]

Hi, any thoughts on high-fluoride toothpaste (1%)? Would love to see a video about it

[@TeethTalk]

prescription toothpaste is great for those who need it (i.e. those with severe tooth sensitivity, enamel erosion, etc) will def add to my video ideas list! thank you!

[@aaronfarris8100]

How do feel about using your mouth wash in your water flosser after you floss and brush?

[@VibezConor]

Hey, just came across your video, I am trying to get better at my dental hygiene(I know ew, it was bad before Istarted getting better) any way if I were to use teeth whitening strips in the steps how should I approach all of this?

[@TeethTalk]

thank you for being here! happy you're taking the steps to improve your dental health! here's my whitening video -- hope this helps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKivo3uqprl3rsU

[@Baha-Italia-GoddessBMW]

Okay so anti-septic mouth wash is step 1 of the routine I watched another video and they said to always do mouth wash at the end but they weren’t specific on what type of mouth wash it was I’m currently using “Therabreath Dentist Formulated Fresh Breath Oral Rinse” The light blue one that fight bad bread for 12 hours its certified vegan and gluten free (since I have celiac) What are your thoughts on this mouth wash??

[@razan9915]

If i have to brush my teeth before eating anything is it ok to brush them after breakfast also ? , I always drink tea at breakfast and I don' like the feel of it on my teeth.

[@R.S.S.H]

What do you think about oragel mouthwash and toothpaste in comparison to Sensodyne ?

[@itmeboh]

Thank you for your incredible content!

[@TeethTalk]

thank you for watching!

[@benjaminshriver9987]

So it’s safe to use antiseptic mouthwash before brushing? I thought since the mouthwash has a low Ph level you wouldn’t want to brush right after.

[@mp4455]

Does interdental brushes cause tooth shifting or gaps?

[@saruulzayag]

Okay. I will watch your every video 😅

[@lshulman58]

What about warm salt water rinse? Where should that fit in the order?

[@gabisbarbies8799]

Hi, what’s your opinion on fluoride in the water supply? We have it where I live, so infuriating,that you can’t have a choice. Thank you

[@TeethTalk]

It's one of the most successful public health initiatives to date in reducing the amount of tooth decay in kids, so I'm all for it. Some social media pages have demonized it, but it is a naturally occurring mineral, not a toxin. Those who claim it's a toxin forget that anything can be toxic at a certain dose. You would need to drink 57 liters of water in one day to hit toxicity. Hope this helps inform!

[@gabisbarbies8799]

@@TeethTalkthank you. By the way, I love your channel and the advice you give, with a jolly attitude. I wouldn’t have a fear of dentists, since my first visit as a child, with your approach. ❤

[@caressabrunelle6401]

Why would my dentist leave the black rings behind my teeth everytime I go for a cleaning?. Now she is calling the black rings for 6500.00 in work. But she needed a year off of work so I am definitely taking a that long vacation as a possible and probable need for the extra money. That long of a vacation can’t come cheap. However, she broke my tooth and then tried to have me pay for said tooth. I go back, she leaves black rings on the back of my teeth and then claimed my teeth looked great, nothing wrong at all. Wrong with me though! When I called to get my 6 month check up she’s 1.5 years out due to vacation. I go back yesterday. She wants lots of money for the same healthy teeth 1.5 years ago. (According to her, not me remind you) They look better than they did then. I’m so confused why a dentist wouldn’t clean the entirety of the tooth. Or if it just not that big of a deal that I am making it.

[@mariamangion21]

Love your videos ❤

[@TeethTalk]

thank you for following along!!! :)

[@Una2Cold]

Great video but why does my mouth wash say use after brushing? 😭 confused

[@InitialDL84]

I didn't know about using the antiseptic mouthwash before flossing/brushing, I'm gonna try that out. I normally use that mouthwash after brushing my teeth in the morning, then use anticavity mouthwash after brushing before going to bed.

[@notaspeck6104]

It’s also important to be careful about what mouthwash you’re using. Non alcoholic and non acidic mouthwashes are much better, I’m not sure if you know so just thought I’d mention it but some mouthwashes (particularly the anti septic ones) can be highly acidic and brushing that into your teeth is doubly as bad!

[@xiqikxx8967]

I use a water flosser right at the end of my day to remove any debris inside my mouth and then I start to use a regular floss…then I brush for 3minutes and use a tongue brush and finish with mouthwash…..and the next morning I just brush and mouthwash. I use Closys mouthwash because regular mouthwash burns my tongue

[@sarahalberca4089]

Love this!

[@TeethTalk]

thank you for watching!

[@brotherfromanother1971]

THIS ONE TIME, AT BAND CAMP!

[@Ohkeh640]

I had a cracked tooth at the back of my mouth so the dentist fixed it with bonding. However the bonding material he also put on like 3-4 teeth before the cracked one and I can feel it with my tongue it’s also quite thick I didn’t need the bonding on all the other teeth. So when I bite down my left side where he put bonding protrudes and my left side (no bonding) has a gap!!! So when I eat on the right side the bonding is just uncomfortable on the left side and now when I close my teeth the right side where he bonded is thick and uncomfy!!! I hope he can reduce it or remove it coz he didn’t need to put it over my teeth where I chew ffs!!

[@teethcare-k2d]

nice video

[@SamanthaBCope]

I'm not sure if there's another place to ask questions or if you even have an answer but I need to vent so... I had tooth pain on and off for a couple months and I finally went and saw a dentist who only did a consultation as a one-time thing because they don't take my insurance. They took x-rays and I was told that I need two teeth removed and another tooth needs either a root canal or to be removed. My insurance doesn't cover root canals and I have no income. I also live alone. I have called over a dozen general dentist in my area and at least four oral surgeons. Several but not all of which were recommended by my company when I call the number on my card. I only found one person who is willing to pull three teeth that excepts my insurance. I just found out they might ask for a deposit at time of service. I plan on calling them when they open tomorrow and if they're going to require a deposit I have to cancel this appointment. If that happens I don't know what else to do but give up. And because one of the teeth needs either a root canal or to be removed I'm terrified I'm going to end up with sepsis. I also can't brush until it's taken care of because it hurts so bad.

[@drinkinouttacups2665]

No help but hope that goes okay

[@TeethTalk]

here is my affordable dental care video -- hope this helps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXyro4qceq1sgKs and if you are in pain, you can always visit urgent care as well. hoping you find answers soon

[@bonniekerr6890]

@SamanthaBCope so sorry for all your trouble & pain. You might see if there is a dental school near you that allows students to work on your teeth at a low cost or no cost. Also might check on Physicians Mutual Dental insurance. I understand it is very reasonable. Good luck & hope you find relief soon.

[@55-y3k]

The water flosser only works good when after you just ate

[@kevinhickey7616]

Where would you put coconut oil pulling?

[@susanw489]

I do it before brushing

[@razan9915]

If I have Anti cavity mouth wash , should I wait 30 minutes after brushing or is it ok to use it right after ?

[@casidelatorre]

Use the mouthwash after brushing and then wait 30 mins to eat or drink anything. Don’t rinse after anticavity mouthwash, only spit after 👍🏼 hopes this helps

[@King-walo]

Great personality

[@BlackBURNelite]

You have such a cool surname xD But on topic thank you so much for your videos. You are awesome !!!

[@sujathathiriveedhi5353]

How many times shd I scrape my toung in a day??

[@mitchelace5]

I usually tounge scrape, rinse with Biotene and then brush with Stannous Fluoride toothpaste. And then spit and LEAVE it alone to work. I use Sensodyne Repair and Protect Deep Repair. I only add the steps of flossing with piks and using perio protect trays only at night. I do have 3 crowns on 3 root canal teeth, so I use string around those.

[@Shalyn-ln9tu]

Stannous is a metal, Tin to be precise. I would stick with Sodium Fluoride

[@BRIANDER100]

if you decide to leave toothpaste on your teeth---at what point do you need to rinse out with water ? same question with mouthwash ?

[@TeethTalk]

here's my video all about that -- hope this helps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZfPXmWbZpKiZ8U but quick answer is... the product will say on the label directions (it's usually 30 mins) so just check the individual toothpaste box.

[@cauthoncrazy]

When Im getting glum, I watch your videos to perk up! Thanks Whitney!

[@ElyzheiaMarie]

Is it also necessary to floss your teeth twice a day?

[@TeethTalk]

only once is fine for most people!!! but always ask your dental provider what is best for your individual mouth :)

[@barbaradickerson2095]

I floss three times a day(breakfast, lunch, dinner) is that safe on my teeth?

[@noufomar7471]

Why antiseptic mouthwash? Are there any research papers i could read? Also isn’t that more harmful not leaving your immune system something

[@charlesritter6640]

I brush, floss and rinse with listerine ( I actually use the generic equivalent ) only once a day before bed and I haven't had any new cavities in the last 20 plus years I've been doing it. I oftentimes will rinse with the antiseptic in the morning to freshen my mouth. At night I rinse with my head down back and fourth for 3 minutes min. A dentist told me this once and now I know why MOST dentists DON'T tell this to their patients (they get paid for fixing problems NOT preventing them )

[@JESSIALWAYS1]

Enjuagar con la cabeza hacia atrás, es mejor? Hacer gárgaras te refieres ?

[@Melanie-ww4yk]

For the anti cavity mouthwash, do you have any recommendations for adults who HATE mint? Literally can’t stand any version of mint (in anything), so I am currently using the ACT Kids Mouthwash (bubblegum flavor), which I hope has the same ingredients and does the same thing as the adult ones. I’m pretty sure it contains fluoride. Either way, the whole mint thing just isn’t going to happen, tbh. Also, currently using the fruit flavor kids flossers (floss picks) for that same reason. The lack of flavor choices for adult dental products is pretty disappointing.

[@TeethTalk]

YESSS! I hear you! ACT is my go-to for non-mint flavored mouthwash! And also cocofloss has great options for the traditional string floss! it's totally okay to use kid-dental products (such as toothpaste and mouthwash) as long as they are NOT fluoride-free. hope this helps!

[@AndreiGeorgescu-j9p]

Doesn't a water flosser after brushing defeat the purpose of the toothpaste by rinsing it away? You say it's only a big deal if you are prone to cavities but said right before that you only need to use a water flosser if you're prone to cavities

[@nbtc539]

I’ve heard antiseptic mouthwash in water pik before brushing

[@RinaDasler]

I use water floss Then I use string floss Then I use interdental brush Then I brush my teeth with electric toothbrush

[@r19888]

Omg isn’t that a lot?

[@motalkbadazs]

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