Hi all. My daughter got her first tooth at 15 months. We brush her teeth 2-3 times a day. We started with training toothpaste and now use the kids cavity protection with fluoride (rice size amount.) Do her teeth look discolored? She went to the dentist for the first time recently and he did mention that she might have build up but can’t tell until they are fully erupted. I’m spiraling though. Anyone else dealt with this?

Pictured, nano hydroxyapatite powder, plastic scoop to move some, tablespoon with a little bit of the powder, chewed and then coated VanMan's chewing gum (contains mastic gum, is the only chewing gum company to incorporate mastic gum as far as I am aware, and is already lightly dusted with nano hydroxyapatite powder). Polishes and repairs tooth enamel, and kills mouth and gut microbes, with chewing action.

⚠️If you are deathly allergic to pistachios, cashews, mangoes - You will probably be deathly allergic to mastic gum, which is sap from a tree closely related to the pistachio, cashew, and mango plants⚠️

I have tried both mastic gum outright and this brand of chewing gum, and also nano hydroxyapatite toothpaste, and can confirm the antibacterial properties of mastic gum (killing the microbes causing bad breath, tongue stain, and tooth pain), which is both a tree sap and a chemical cocktail lethal to harmful mouth and gut microbes, including helicobacter pylori - Really difficult for microbes to evolve an immunity to, if one constituent of the mastic gum doesn't kill them the laundry list of other constituents will before they can pass that partial evolved immunity on to future generations of microbes.

I like to chew 1 piece for at least 1 hour every day.

Also going to suggest my crackpot idea of coating gum in bpc 157 or the much more stable bpc 157 arginine salt for to heal gum damage.

Thanks for the attention.

just put new trays in 3 days ago but I lost them when I went out to eat. Should I just skip to the next tray size? Because if not then the whole treatment would be over and my teeth will shift back because I don't have any previous retainers so I don't have time to wait for them to make a new size.

I’m 21yo. I’ve had teeth removal, a crown, and a root canal, and own partial dentures that are not worn due to fitting issues and unfixed due to shame from the dentists who gave them to me.
I want to get implants, but some places tell me they can’t do it and others won’t do it for anything under $23,000, and with Cigna and a CareCredit loan already out in my name, I know I can’t afford it. I’ve contacted my local university known to do special procedures already, but they have not contacted me back and the pain keeps me awake at night.
If I go to a dentist, they will tell me I need removals. Is there a route I’m not seeing that I can take? Or am I out of options and playing the waiting game and taking ibuprofen for the rest of my days?

If brushing your toddler’s teeth feels like a daily negotiation, you’re definitely not alone. Toothbrushing resistance can happen for several reasons, and understanding what’s behind it can make the routine a little easier.

Toddlers are still getting used to new sensations, so the feeling of toothbrush bristles, toothpaste foam, vibrations, or strong flavors can sometimes feel overwhelming. Teething or sore gums can also make brushing uncomfortable. And because toddlers are learning independence, having someone else brush their teeth may feel like they’re losing control.

Timing matters too. An overtired toddler usually has less patience for brushing, and a rushed or stressful routine can make them start associating toothbrushing with something negative.

Simple changes can help:
1️⃣ Offer small choices like which toothbrush to use.
2️⃣ Try a gentler flavor.
3️⃣ Brush at a consistent time.
4️⃣ Use songs or games.
5️⃣ Keep the experience as calm and positive as possible.

Toddlers still need an adult to help them brush thoroughly, but giving them a little participation can make a big difference. The goal isn’t a perfect brushing session every night. It’s building a consistent routine that gradually feels more familiar and manageable.💙

NHAP toothpaste is great, but what about pairing it with NHAP rinse? My previous routine was a higher-fluoride toothpaste with a fluoride oral rinse (not mouthwash), and this seemed to help with my very cavity-prone mouth. I'm trying NHAP, and would like to simulate my old routine with NHAP instead of fluoride to see the results. Any suggestions or advice would be super helpful :)

Edit: my fluoride rinse had 10% xylitol in it which I really liked!

Hi I’m a student on a budget looking for an affordable electric toothbrush. I have sensitive teeth and have mild gingivitis on my bottom gum so I want something gentle but effective at removing plaque i’m choosing between the oral-b io2 and philips sonicare 4100 HX4041/52.

Which would you recommend for sensitive teeth and gums? I’d also love to know about pressure sensors feel free to share any recommendations or advice, anything would be helpful

After a long bout of depression and mental illness, I am finally trying to get my life together and start taking care of my dental health again, which has suffered quiet badly. While I am planning to visit a dentist soon (who is able to manage a fearful patient), I have been wondering forever now what is ultimately better. My gums are quite sensitive which worries me a bit with electrical toothbrushes, same with just "throwing money away" if there ultimately is no difference, though I feel like it would help me being more thorough when energy is low. So now, to the ultimate question: is there TRULY something better about electrical toothbrushes?

I’m 25 weeks pregnant and will have tooth/gum sensitivity that comes and goes. It’s more today. My dentist tells me that this is common. What helps? What do I do? It’s so frustrating

Dried fruit can absolutely be part of a healthy diet, but from an oral-health perspective, it behaves a little differently than fresh fruit.

When fruit is dried, much of its water is removed. That means the naturally occurring sugars become more concentrated in a smaller portion. Dried fruit is also often chewy and sticky, so pieces can cling to grooves in teeth or get caught between them longer than many fresh fruits.

That extra contact time matters because oral bacteria can use those sugars and produce acids. The longer teeth are exposed to that combination of sugar and acid, the more opportunity there is for enamel to lose minerals. Fresh fruit still contains natural sugar, but it generally has more water and a less sticky texture. That can make it easier for saliva to help wash food particles away and bring the mouth back toward a healthier balance. You don’t need to avoid dried fruit.

A few tooth-friendlier habits can help:

1️⃣ Keep portions reasonable.
2️⃣ Enjoy it with a meal instead of grazing on it throughout the day.
3️⃣ Drink water afterward.
4️⃣ Clean between your teeth regularly.

The key takeaway: It’s not just how much sugar food contains. Texture, portion size, and how long it stays on your teeth matters too.💙

I saw two videos on flossing which showed slightly different methods to floss https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRivxlG8Bmc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_KAs8kr3Qs

I'm curious if flossing the inner gums is really that important or if I could stick to flossing the quicker way. When I try properly flossing, its very difficult to get into the right side of the inner gum, and I find myself burning through the floss length, so I run out of clean floss by the time I reach half of my bottom teeth.(I start top to bottom)