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Post by noblesseoblige on Oct 25, 2012 23:58:16 GMT -5
5 years ago we had started going to a new dentist. He told me that at the time that I do, because of my body chemistry have a lot of tarter. I am extremely diligent about oral hygiene (and have been all my life) and usually get my teeth cleaned every 6 month. Last April I missed my appointment because we were in NYC for 3 weeks. In May and June we were on and out and when we had the heat of summer I did not feel like driving to San Diego, figuring, I brush twice a day with a electric brush, I floss and will be fine. Today I went and my dental hygienist told me that I have advanced (!) gingivitis. She did a deep cleaning and told me I need to brush 3 times a day (I always heard that was too much and is bad for the teeth). I am so freaked out. I mean I am eating healthy, do not eat a lot of sugar or white bread. I eat greens everyday and take supplements.
Okay I am getting old - and I hate it. Reality sucks!
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Post by Idaho Linda on Oct 26, 2012 0:56:26 GMT -5
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Post by Marci on Oct 26, 2012 1:53:25 GMT -5
I have used Hydrogen peroxide on my toothbrush for many years. Not only are my teeth super white but I haven't had a teeth cleaning in many years. But I will say I go to the dentist on Nov 1st so we shall see how they are holding up. I guess this disease is tough on teeth.
But the last time I had them cleaned it took 15 20 minutes and I hadn't had them cleaned for 20 years. But then I am a fiend about brushing too.
Oh and your right getting old SUCKS!!!
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Post by Newfygirl on Oct 26, 2012 5:22:59 GMT -5
They actually do say that three times a day is the best- once after every meal. Ive never hear that its bad for you. I would go to the dentist every month if I could.  insurance covers every six months so that's what I do. Sometimes its just a genetic thing and some produce more tartar than others. |
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Post by dl on Oct 26, 2012 6:15:03 GMT -5
I have "thick saliva" genetically and my parents both have terrible teeth. But, I found that drinking the 8-10 cups of water (actual water, not any other kind of liquid) a day is awesome for your teeth and keeps the saliva from sticking to them. I also floss regularly and have some problem spots where my gums try to recede. But I occasionally spike my dental floss with something that kills bacteria and the receding reverses itself. I go to the dentist about every 5-7 years and I'm due now. I really find that easy to put off doing!
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Post by snaffle on Oct 26, 2012 7:09:21 GMT -5
Did your dentist give you some suggestions other than brushing 3 times a day? A different toothpaste? Baking soda on your toothpaste?
I would look over those articles and maybe get a 2nd opinion.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2012 7:24:17 GMT -5
Do you use an electric toothbrush? If not, I'd highly recommend it. I had fairly advanced receding gums at one visit, did NOT visit a dentist for 10 years, had bought an electric with the round spinning head a couple of years before that. At my appt. (remember 10 years had passed since any dentist had seen my teeth) and was told my teeth were so clean and in such good shape that I didn't need 2X a year. They were completely blown away by how good they were and that I hadn't been seen in 10 years. The only thing I can possibly account for that is my electric. I've used it since and it's been years of just minor cleaning and going in 1X a year. Now you've got extra tartar, but if you're not using one, I'd recommend you give it a try and see if it can't help reverse some of that gingivitis. It reversed mine! And getting old beats the crap out of the alternative!  |
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Post by snaffle on Oct 26, 2012 9:37:37 GMT -5
t-leigh you obviously read quick like I do and miss some things She DOES use an electric toothbrush. Hmmm... maybe she should change brands? |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2012 9:50:35 GMT -5
Well, buggar it... I don't like it when people do that and then I totally miss it.  Sent from my ADR6300 using proboards |
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Post by snaffle on Oct 26, 2012 18:22:59 GMT -5
Well, buggar it... I don't like it when people do that and then I totally miss it. Sent from my ADR6300 using proboards I am waaaay ahead of you. I have done that so many times it isn't even funny |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2012 19:11:27 GMT -5
I had to reread it 3 more times after reading your note to find it!! Yak, that was a blind spot fer sherr...
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Post by noblesseoblige on Oct 26, 2012 23:00:35 GMT -5
There are no fundamental differences in electric toothbrushes, really. I bought the Braun the moment it came on the market. I am a sucker for every Braun appliance (I like the designs ;D ;D ).
I used to dip the brush in Hydrogen Peroxide, then put baking soda on and on top of that toothpaste. Some years back i was told Hydrogen Peroxide is bad, it kills all bacteria, even the good bacteria. Besides o ver prolong use the teeth will turn gray. I still use the baking soda/toothpaste combo and dip my brush in Hydrogen Peroxide when I am done brushing. I did buy a water pick today as well as a natural bristle brush to brush my gums with.
Valerie called today, when she was still running the Senior Center she went to a seminar about dental care. She said, that receding gums is genetic, her MIL has them and there is not much I can do except be as diligent as I can be.
The water drinking is 100% right, I will have to discipline myself to drink more water. I never touch sodas (gag reflex I - don't like sweet stuff) but overall I don't think I drink enough.
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Post by MJ on Oct 27, 2012 6:25:25 GMT -5
Well, buggar it... I don't like it when people do that and then I totally miss it. Sent from my ADR6300 using proboards Now you have to forgive me for doing that. lol |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 27, 2012 8:41:06 GMT -5
Well, buggar it... I don't like it when people do that and then I totally miss it. Sent from my ADR6300 using proboards Now you have to forgive me for doing that. lol I know, I can't flounce around on my high horse anymore.  n*o - there probably is something to genetics, but that's not the case in all people. I imagine it probably is the case for somebody like you that takes superb dental care but has gingivitis anyway, so you'll probably just have to do what you do to keep things in check as well as you can. |
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Post by noblesseoblige on Oct 27, 2012 19:32:01 GMT -5
My dad had perfect teeth into his 70is....my mother on the other hand had the best dentist money could buy and had had a mouth full of bridges.
Sure... F-ing Mommy Dearest - thanks a lot!
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insurance covers every six months so that's what I do. Sometimes its just a genetic thing and some produce more tartar than others. 
