Question 1

along with brushing, flossing, and mouthwash what else prevents caries?

Accepted Answer

Fluoride: Try not to drink soda, or eat alot of candy or cakes.
Use a Fluoride toothpaste and make sure your dentist for check-ups.

Question 2

regardless of proper brushing/ flossing 2 x's a day there is always so much bacteria in mouth. what mouthwash may be best. hydrogen peroxide?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria: There will always be bacteria in your mouth regardless of brushing flossing or mouthwashes. The trick is to keep them from sticking and colonizing your tooth and root surfaces. It's the plaque and subsequent calculus that does the damage. Focus your attention on keeping the teeth as clean as possible and have professional cleanings as needed to keep your teeth spotless.

Question 3

why is it whenever i eat or drink anything sweet i get this really gross soury taste in my mouth. it stays for hours & no matter what i do (brushing, flossing, tongue scraping, mouthwash) i cant get the taste to go away?? having no pain btw?

Accepted Answer

: This could be caused by acidic  byproducts elaborated after digestion of sugars by mouth bacteria. Acid reflux can be another mechanism for the sour taste.

Question 4

can i use dental wax as a temporary filling (after brushing/flossing/mouthwash) until my dentist is able to extract my tooth? the cavity is in my wisdom tooth. the nerve is not exposed but it is quite deep. my appointment is 3wks away?

Accepted Answer

Wait long?: I assume you are asking is it OK t6o wait 3 weeks. A hole in a tooth is an infection, filled with bacteria. Dental wax will not stop damage from the bacteria, with the possibility of the tooth becoming abscessed and the infection spreading to other organ systems. Rather than risking the discomfort of an abscess, and the bacterial spread, the alternative is to see an Oral Surgeon for prompt care.

Question 5

i brush and floss and scrap my tongue daily and i gargle with a mouthwash and its still white! i suffer from breath, even if i clean it very hard. so?

Accepted Answer

Bad breath: See the following website for some possible causes: https://smilesapartcosmeticdentist.com/fresh-breath-control-for-halitosis/
Then see your dentist for a dental evaluation. He/she may refer you to your physician if he/she thinks there may be a medical component to your halitosis.

Question 6

hi i noticed i have a white coating on the back of my tongue & its only on the back of my tongue. when i stick out my tongue i notice i have bad breath. i brush and floss regularly and use a tongue scraper and mouthwash. it wont go away?

Accepted Answer

: You're doing all the right things, but since the white substance on your tongue won't go away I recommend consulting an oral surgeon for evaluation and advice.

Question 7

i have started brushing twice a day and flossing as well as mouthwash, will quitting coke help me as well?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sounds like you're dealing with a decay problem and eliminating sugary beverages is a huge step toward reducing or eliminating decay. You also have to eliminate refined carbs like breakfast cereals, crackers from your diet. Everyone seems to need their taste buds entertained, but your teeth and overall health will improve dramatically if you just drink boring old water.

Question 8

i brush, floss and use mouthwash daily. yet i always seem to have problems with decay and pain. how can i fix this?

Accepted Answer

Age old question: It's very frustrating to work so hard at maintaining your teeth only to still have problems... Imagine if you didn't take care of them! i assume you see a dentist 2x year for check-ups and cleanings, not just when you have a broken tooth and/or pain. Continue that, and you will probably have your teeth for a long, long time.

Question 9

should i use mouthwash immediately after brushing and flossing? if not, how long should i wait before using mouthwash?

Accepted Answer

: Immediate or delayed use of mouth wash will not affect the efficacy of brushing. You should brush thoroughly and use a floss as well and get dental check ups as advised by your dentist.
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Question 10

how many times should you brush, floss and use mouthwash a day?

Accepted Answer

Varies: You should ideally brush after every meal. Before bed is the best time to do the entire cleaning sequence : brush, floss, waterpik if needed. Some find it easier to do this in the am. Point is that at least once every 24 hours you need to get rid of all the plaque. Otherwise you build up the calculus (tartar) which you cannot remove. An electric toothbrush is proven to be best.Ok to do more often!

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Along with brushing, flossing, and mouthwash what else prevents caries?

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Regardless of proper brushing/ flossing 2 x's a day there is always so much bacteria in mouth. what mouthwash may be best. hydrogen peroxide?

A member asked:

Why is it whenever i eat or drink anything sweet i get this really gross soury taste in my mouth. it stays for hours & no matter what i do (brushing, flossing, tongue scraping, mouthwash) i cant get the taste to go away?? having no pain btw?

A member asked:

Can i use dental wax as a temporary filling (after brushing/flossing/mouthwash) until my dentist is able to extract my tooth? the cavity is in my wisdom tooth. the nerve is not exposed but it is quite deep. my appointment is 3wks away?

A member asked:

I brush and floss and scrap my tongue daily and i gargle with a mouthwash and its still white! i suffer from breath, even if i clean it very hard. so?

A member asked:

Hi i noticed i have a white coating on the back of my tongue & its only on the back of my tongue. when i stick out my tongue i notice i have bad breath. i brush and floss regularly and use a tongue scraper and mouthwash. it wont go away?

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I have started brushing twice a day and flossing as well as mouthwash, will quitting coke help me as well?

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I brush, floss and use mouthwash daily. yet i always seem to have problems with decay and pain. how can i fix this?

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Should i use mouthwash immediately after brushing and flossing? if not, how long should i wait before using mouthwash?

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How many times should you brush, floss and use mouthwash a day?

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