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What is best toothpaste to minimize decay and plaque in someone with limited ability to grip toothbrush? would any rinses help? still motivated at 92

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Dr. Peter Karsant answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Fantastic: My older patients do not stay motivated so i think your motivation is fantastic. Try to find gel kam by colgate. Great stuff and my patients that use it who cannot afford to loose another tooth never get decay. Brush with it for 5 min at night, swish what is in your mouth for 1min, spit don't rinse & go to bed. Try an electric brush/velcro a brush to a glove. Stay motivated and plan your100 b-day.

Answered 11/23/2013

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Dr. Peter Flaherty answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Rx fluoride strenght: Have your dentist give you a presciption for an extra strenght Fluoride toothpaste. I like prevident 5000. An over the counter Fluoride rinse will also be helpful. Keep up the good work!

Answered 6/25/2014

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Dr. Rod Zimmerman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Fluoride toothpaste: It would advisable to use an electric toothbrush in patients who have difficulty using a manual toothbrush.

Answered 5/30/2015

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Dr. George Ayoub answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Fluoride: Any tooth paste that has Fluoride is good for decay.Make sure it approved by ada.

Answered 6/25/2014

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