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I’ve been using mouthwash for years. I’ve just stopped using it because I heard it isn’t necessary/might be bad. I’ll check my oral hygiene with my dentist now that I don’t use mouthwash anymore
Another claim is, it hurts nitrate, and nitrite NO, NO2, NO3. My kids 6th grade science work says your mouth and its saliva helps kill bad bacteria before it gets into your body. Mouthwash kills the enzymes in your mouth that is meant to protect your body. In turn it can cause Alzheimer’s, dementia, ED in men, and elevates blood pressure. If you suffer from some of these, try stopping mouthwash for 2 weeks. The dental association needs to come out with something that doesn’t kill enzymes or keep NO from getting into your body.
I’ve noticed a correlation to my dental cleanings and illness. Over decades.😁 I’ve gotten sick more just after period of mouthwash use, and brush replacement. 🦷👄🤧🤒 Like all my colonized protectors have been wiped out and let the bad stuff through. So this sounds exactly spot on! I need to look deeper now. Study reference…
Therabreath is my choice for mouthwash. Their "invigorating icy mint" flavor will keep your mouth feeling fresh for quite a while and doesn't have alcohol or an awkward chemical taste to it. I also use their anti-gingivitis wash when I brush at night.
Yes!!! Another good one. Super stoked you did this in addition to the last one. It answered a lot of questions. Thank you for answering both why not to use them and then when to use them. A lot of other videos I’ve found aren’t as comprehensive. Great job!
Hi, I love how clear and easy this video was. Wow. Thanks. I have receding gums, no periodontal disease, probably due to genetics. Question is: How to effectively brushing teeth without further damage the gums but still clean well under the gum line? As the 45 degrees doesn’t seem the best thing.
45 degrees is going to be fine, as long as you are using a soft/very soft brush. I like slim soft by Colgate. Also avoid eating/drinking (apart from water) 30min before or after brushing. Also if you grind your teeth, this can be a contributing factor to recession.
Well.. That makes sense.. Sadly I bought the 1L bottle of Listerine I've been using forever (the 220 fluoride one but with ALCOHOL). I never thought it could be so bad.. But I do drink a lot of water so maybe it's not that tragic. I will change this for sure once it's finished though. Very informative video, thank you!
There are tons of other uses for Listerine. It's a great household cleaner and an even better foot soak. But hopefully you've finished the bottle by now lol
I quit using mouthwash about a year ago for many of the reasons you mentioned. Also, a lot of them seem to contain sugar, which seems like it would also ruin a nicely cleaned mouth. Just got back from the dentist and they said everything looked great. Wish I had stopped ages ago.
I have sensitive gums upper area right side for the past few days. I go to the dentist every 3 months to go periodontal care. I was prescribed 1.1% Sodium Flouride with 5% Potassium Nitrate. Could it be my hard flossing technique or the way I brush my teeth using an electric brush? I use a flouride mouthwash which prevents cavities and the Listerine zero alcohol for sensitive teeth. Is my mouthwash the problem? Am I using it too much a day? I also have Hydrogen Peroxide. I do have a custom fit occlusal night guard but I think fitting might be causing the guard to touch the gums causing irratation and sensitivity. I am able to eat and drink fine. Not sensitive to hot or cold. How can I recover from this?
Hi there, despite you giving a very detailed description of your problem, giving a proper diagnosis and a solution from a RUclips comment is too difficult for me to do. Your best bet is to go and see your dentist so that they can give you a more accurate answer
Despite a fastidious regime of brushing and flossing, my front lower teeth always get a plaque buildup. This ultimately led to a case of gum recession. I was told nothing could be done; it's just my "body chemistry." I finally came across a RUclips dentist who suggested a system of 3 separate washes in addition to brushing. To my surprise, the plaque was completely gone within a short period. Yes, I have concerns about side effects, but then again, gum recession is nothing to sneeze at either.
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Start with Closys Ultra Sensitive, next brushing with Crest Cavity Protection (original) then rinse with Listerine Cool Mint, and finish with Act Anticavity Flouride Rinse. I've found that flossing is rarely necessary with this routine, but I do it if I feel there's the possibility of food particles between my teeth.
@@cudgee7144 I moved on to something different. While the regime did an impressive job cleaning my teeth, I ultimately decided it was too agressive toward the oral biome. Still using Closys, added a Waterpik routine along with brushing and flossing. We'll see how this handles the tartar buildup.
@J.o.e_K mouth breathing can also continue to lower tartar collecting quickly. For patients where it dies build up quickly, cleaning after meals is required to not allow plaque (the soft stuff) to build up and solidify to tartar
Informative video! Subscribed but also noticed that the latest videos are one year old 😕 no more updates. Can I use Hydrogen Peroxide instead of the peroxyl? And there should be one hour gap before or after the tooth brush, right?
Subbed! It is so good to hear a dentist advising not to use mouthwash! One problem I see with ALL mouthwashes is that they indiscriminately kill all mouth bacteria including the beneficial micro-flora genera that you really NEED for good health. Many of these bugs are essential for a long and healthy life - really! Oral bacteria are as important as those bacteria that live in our gut. Many of those bacteria communities living in the mouth (mostly living at the back of the tongue) play a huge role when they reduce dietary nitrates in the saliva to nitrite. Swallowed saliva transfers nitrites to the stomach and there they are converted to nitric oxide (NO) a radical gas that has a half-life of less than a second. This natural process is essential and NO is, HANDS DOWN NO QUESTION, the single most important signaling entity (molecule) in the human body. This is because NO controls vascular health (relaxes the vessels preventing hypertension) and high blood pressure is the single most important fact for a MAJORITY of life shortening human disease: heart diseases, pulmonary hypertension, high blood pressure, kidney disease, dementia, strokes, erectile dysfunction, there are dozens more diseases one could add. When you use bactericidal mouthwashes you are inadvertently placing tooth health as more important than the dozens of chronic diseases that will later deteriorate your health and shorten your life span. Healthy natural oral bacteria play role in good vascular health = longer, healthier life!! I would like a mouthwash to freshen the breath but not kill micro-organisms of the mouth. Right now I use a 250 mL bottle of water with a teaspoon of lemon juice added. I still have good nitrate to nitrite reduction going on in my mouth (tested with nitrite strips) I also use non-fluoride toothpaste and don't drink tap water. What do you think about NO?
If nitric oxide has a half life of 1 second, does it matter if it's in your stomach for the 5 seconds or less anyway? (Most medications have 5 half lifes before they're totally removed from your system. It's probably much faster with something like this.)
@@dez6278 Perhaps NO molecules diffuse to their site of action in the body in less time than that? I don't know. Also it is unclear how long lasting the biological effects that NO triggers are? If in that second NO triggers some molecular event that process might be still working long after the NO molecule that triggered it is dissipated? One possibility I suppose? Personally I have never read an actual study that measures the half-life of NO that is a number I have seen frequently quoted though. And you have to understand the term "half-life". Say the half life of NO is 1 sec. So if the concentration of NO is X at time 0 sec it is still 0.5X at 1 sec. and 0.25X at 2 seconds. etc. So it does not all disappear instantly. I'm a molecular biologist not a gas/vapor physicist. OTHO if you are questioning the benefits on NO you have decades of scientific research to disprove....
Thanks for the video, I'm obsessed with mouth hygiene at the moment as hygienist said I have pockets level 3 and some 4 even though ive never skipped brushing & flossing.. I've been going heavy with alcohol mouthwash for years after brushing so reconsidering my whole routine at the moment.
So you've following Mr. Pink Shirt to the letter for years... and it has resulted in your teeth being a mess. Thank you for telling the truth. This Dentist is a Quack and just re-iterating what he learned in school. Follow him to the bank...
I never said brushing alone, there were 5 points. Brushing 2mins 2x/day, angling brush to the gum, clean in between teeth, brush your tongue, visit dentist at least once/yr
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld I took it that you were implying that mouth washing is irrelevant, because very few people can do their teeth using just one method. But thanks, I'm not arguing just trying to learn.
Plaque is a film that coats your teeth, and along the gum line. It contains bacteria but leftover food is a big part of it. The leftover food in the plaque provides the bacteria in the plaque the resources for them to create acid and toxins which is bad for your gums and for the teeth. If the leftover food is removed correctly then there is going to be no problems
Hello! When it comes to flossing, there seem to be different methods of what flossing actually is. What is meant by flossing here? Is it the flossing that you do with a device like the Watrpik?
When someone says flossing, they mean using tooth floss. The correct way to floss is in this video ruclips.net/video/OoazkmwibE0/видео.html There are many different methods of "cleaning in between your teeth" and a water floss (like waterpik) is one of those.
Is it good to use listerine with alcohol to get rid of halitosis everyone says its the best because its strong and it appears thst s lot of people use it twice a day snd it works for them to preveng bad breath.
I use mouthwash when I get tooth infections. I can't exactly afford to go to the dentist, and last time I did (about 10 years ago) I went in for 1 tooth in particular however he took the liberty to start working on multiple which made the trip very expensive, resulting in me being unable to afford to go back. TL;DR I grew up in a not so great home and was never taught the value of oral hygiene as a child. They didn't teach it, buy tooth paste, or tooth brushes, it was just normal. So I came into adulthood with bad teeth, and simply do what I can to prevent then from getting worse.
What do you suggest I do to get rid of bad breath? I’m thinking of buying a mouthwash to get rid of my bad breath, so if i do need to buy one which one will you recommend? And what other habits or changes can i take to get rid of bad breath?
Mouthwash is a bandaid solution Possible causes - Tooth decay - Calculus and tartar build up - Bad oral hygiene and not brushing your tongue - Gut problems The first 2 are at the dentist The next one you can watch RUclips videos about The last is your GP
I use toothpaste with xylitol and closys mouthwash no alcohol is that ok to use or can hydrogen peroxide and water rinse be just as affective if not better
I might be wrong, but in some cases mouth wash can be life- .. i mean teeth saving: I suffer from depressions and physical fatigue and often don't manage to keep a good cleaning routine. I also have very *sensitive teeth* and loss of gum or irreversible *periodontitis,* also i often have a *dry mouth* and my saliva eases the formation of plaque and debris, *so i have to use mouthwash* additionally to flossing and brushing with electric (and super sonic brushes).
Yes that will be good, but seems expensive tbh. Fluoride in mouthwash is definitely good, but stopping cavities has a lot more that just that. You should watch my song/stopping cavities video for more
Are you sure that rinsing once with flouride mouthwash after brushing washes away the 'good fluoride' from brushing? It would mean logically that fluoride mouthwash never works, not even after meals like you suggested.
Hi thanks for the comment. That's not what I said. Non fluoridated mouthwash gets rid of the fluoride which is bad, so if you want to use a mouthwash afterwards, use one that contains fluoride.
I can see from wikipedia swishing around is very controversial whether fluoridated or not, alcohol containing mouthwash giving worse halitosis being the most ironic. It's just hard to not touch the cup after brushing when I don't even notice it due to the ingrained habit. Thanks for your answer. @@DrPaulsDentalWorld
Yep, alcohol containing ones are no good. I think I mentioned it in the video It is a hard habit. A good alternative is to put a bit of water in your mouth after brushing, before spitting, and rinse that around, and then spit. Kind of like a toothpaste mouthwash
What if i use a mouthwash with flouride to rinse out the toothpaste because i dont like the chalky feeling when i dont rinse even though people say not to
Each dentist has their own experience and preferences. All things likely work, some just better than others. Not sure what the qualm could be with diluted hydrogen peroxide though
I'm a little confused. Did yiu say do not rinse your floride toothpaste out at all after brushing? If that's the case, do we just leave the toothpaste in our mouths or, rinse most of it out with water but leave a little bit in our mouths? Please answer back because I would really like the right way to do this.
@@DrPaulsDentalWorlddo you mean we do not rinse with clean water after brushing our teeth? Only spit out what we can and leave the rest in our mouths? How interesting that no dentist has told me that.
I am suffering from flourosis disease , all my teeth yellowish and molar and pre molar too much infected and eroded. I have treated them (all my teeth ) with PFM crowns . Sir what are the oral hygienic recommendations for me. How much should i brush and is it best for me to use mouthwash ? Sir please recommendations.
Hi there, sorry to hear. If you've got a good diet, and you aren't grazing through the day, you shouldn't need to brush more than twice per day, or floss more than once per day. If you find that you get food stuck between the crowns, it is important to keep them even more clean which may mean brushing and flossing after each meal. How to floss and brush correctly? I have some great videos on my channel that cover this.
*Great video. A couple of points though.* *1. Some mouthwashes don't seem to fit in either of your categories e.g. Aquafresh mouthwash does not contain either of the active ingredients you mentioned.* *2. What if you already have plaque?* *3. Why floss before the evening brush and not the morning one?*
1) Fair point. Not feasible for me to comment on every single mouthwash. Also, with the mouthwashes that I spoke about, there is no need for another mouthwash. These ones satisfy everything you need 2) If you have plaque, it needs to be removed by a dental cleaning (this is if the plaque is hard. This is called calculus/tartar) or effective cleaning with your toothbrush. 3) The point of flossing is to dislodge food stuck in between the teeth, prior to brushing. It is most important at night because you don't have saliva flow to flush out any food pieces that might be stuck, and saliva also buffers acid produced by food breakdown. As well, in the morning, you've only had one meal so the amount of food to remove by the floss is not the same as the end of the day. In saying that, flossing in the morning is going to be better than not, but not necessary. Let me know if you have any other questions
Thank you for the video, very informative. I was wondering, do you have any recommendations about specific tooth brushes? I still use the one i received from my dentist and was wondering if there is a specific type or manual vs electric you prefer. I would think it would be more about technique than the specific brush, but was curious if a certain bristle, shape, longevity or what ever else might help! thanks.
You're right, it's more about technique. If you're brushing correctly, manual vs electric doesn't matter. Electric does make it a bit easier tbf, but I actually use a manual myself. Make sure that it's a very soft brush, and a smaller head brush makes it easy to get to certain angles. I like Colgate SlimSoft
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Thanks for the input! Smaller head brush makes more sense once you mention it, and i will keep an eye out for a softer brush. Thanks for making these videos btw, they help make more informed choices!!
Hi Dr. I have a question. How do you treat a patient with spirochetes? The dental hygienist found one while at the dentist office. She took a sample from my mouth and looked at it under a microscope. They told me to mix bleach and water every day for the rest of my life. So I tried it and immediately felt like my mouth and sinuses was on fire and had to call poison control. So I’m just curious how you personally treat someone in my position? Is there a certain mouthwash or toothpaste? Antibiotics?
Hi there, sorry for the delayed reply. Spirochaetes are a bacteria that are associated with gumpys. They only become a problem when they are provided resources. The problem is caused by the body's response to the toxic byproduct of them eating these resources. Therefore, our goal is to not provide them with the resources in the first place. This means effective cleaning of your teeth and gums (correct brushing ruclips.net/video/egjRkl6AtVI/видео.html and flossing ruclips.net/video/OoazkmwibE0/видео.html). I have a gum disease video here ruclips.net/video/L6pgdDIIkYA/видео.html. If you want to take an extra step, you can also supplement this with products designed to kill them. You can get chlorhexidine containing mouthwashes and toothpastes that will help. You can also get peroxide containing mouthwashes that will also help. Let me know if you have any other questions
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld thank you so much for your help. I will look for these products. Do you have an opinion on oral probiotics as well, whether they would help and which strains to use?
Good question. Not completely necessary, as long as you're removing the plaque (food resources for the bacteria) effectively. But, there is good research around their use. Read this article if you want to know more reader.elsevier.com/reader/sd/pii/S1756464620302097?token=45C48320F7DF24C477838B7608576AA4432793770A2A910BA775A6924A99DE97A5372394EDE00209A359A54B2A265CD7&originRegion=us-east-1&originCreation=20230320202749
I use hydroxiapatite toothpaste and very rarely wash with fluoride. The toothpaste doesn't have fluoride, it sometiems makes my teeth feel weird. The most important thing is to floss and brush correctly and go to the dentist with panoramic x rays every 4/5 months. That should keep your teeth In perfect conditions
The hydroxy toothpastes aren't as beneficial as what they claim and as what they seem. The hydroxyapatite is not that bioavalable, and fluoride is important as it forms fluoroapatite. But yes, everything you said about floss and brushing and regular checks is very important. And the toothpaste is not as important, it's more about plaque removal. Fluoride paste is important for those with a high rate of decay
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld yes indeed. I have been using every day such toothpaste since 2011. It's been working for me wonderfully. I very rarely wash with fluoride and don't use that toothpaste because it upsets my stomach if I can't spit it out and it makes my teeth feel weird. I've never had a cavity issue thus far so ill be sticking to it, my sensitivity is by far more reduced by such toothpastes than fluoride ones. They had the opposite effect on my tooth sensitivity. I assume it's one of those cases where science isn't as universal. Thank you for your response doc :)
Here's a good video on how and why to floss ruclips.net/video/OoazkmwibE0/видео.html Basically it's important to get food out from in between the teeth
I've got a really thorough oral hygiene routine and I've always just used mouthwash because that's what I've always done out of habit. Until I learnt that mouthwash with alcohol should be avoided. Then I recently discovered that most mouthwashes have low pH. Where I am you can't find neutral or alkaline mouthwash easily. So away with the mouthwash.
Mouthwash first for 20 sec kinda like rinsing ur plate to loosen foods before you wash ,then brush,then floss ,then wit alittle toothpaste and water ,mix and gargle
Omg thankyou so much I was doing it wrong 🤦♀️😩 I'm going to change my ways starting today and use the toothpaste after the mouthwash. Again thankyou 🙏
In my opinion, any electric works well. The ones that are more expensive have more gadgets, but do very similar work. Just make sure your technique is correct
I heard that rinsing after brushing isn't correct routine because it removed the flouride. But in this video you said we could rinse with toothpaste mixed in for the fresh breath feel(which im not really interested about). What i am interested in tho is if rinsing with toothpaste affects the flouride already on your teeth after brushing
Correct, don't rinse with water or other non fluoride containing rinses. When brushing your teeth, the fluoride comes from the toothpaste, so rinsing with toothpaste has the 'rinsing feeling' while still leaving fluoride on your teeth.
This topic on mouthwash is really controversial. I got mixed opinions from different dentists and hygienists. Thanks for sharing this, it is very informative. Do you know if mouthwashes really can indirectly cause high blood pressure? I heard of it recently. Thank you.
Thank you! I'm only a fan of m/wash in certain cases. Interesting, I had never heard of that, but it seems like could be a link! They aren't 100% sure why, possibly due to it killing some type of bacteria that help prevent it. You can read about it here www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7125030/
I get ganker sores quite often that are very painful and make eating uncomfortable. I have 3 of them at the moment. Is mouthwash useful for preventing these?
My Gosh, I have beed doing the mouthwashes completely wrong!!!!!! No wonder my teeth are getting worse!!!! Doc, what would you recommend to someone like me who needs fluoride but also from time to time wants to kill the bad bacteria without flushing all the fluoride from toothpaste and harming the oral microbiome too much? Is let's 3 percent hydrogen peroxide swish okay? Or should I dilute those 3 percent even more or keep it at 3 percent and use it let's say 20 minutes before brushing and flossing?
You can't really get rid of bad bacteria with a mouthwash. What can help is xylitol. You can get it in chewing gum. It actually kills those bacteria. I will link you a video I made about chewing gum. I will also send you a video about reducing risk of cavities, for some other tips.
Sorry but I don't understand people saying it's "unnecessary if...", the difference with using it is just huge I feel, even when you brush good etc, the mouthwash still gives you that totally fresh mouth feeling by cleaning all the part you can't get with a toothbrush etc...
I'll try and explain - it's unnecessary for your oral health, if you're brushing and cleaning between your teeth properly - if you want that fresh mouth feeling, use mouthwash I mentioned all of the above in the video
Gimmick. They're not actually removing the staining from your teeth. It's something about neutralising the colour, by adding purple to your tooth. I believe that once you stop using the stuff and the purple wears off, it goes back yellow again
Paul . Talked to you about my Extraction a few months ago just wanted to touch bases let you know everything is good and I finally got my partial and I feel like a brand new man
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Is there anything you would recommend. It’s a partial on the front. My dentist really didn’t say much. Or do you have a video that I could watch?
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld I would like to know how long I should expect to feel weird or talk funny. ? How often I should take them out or let them soak or how many times a day I should clean them.. .? Pretty Much just the basic stuff .. as of now They fit so good I don’t even have any glue on so maybe you could touch up on the dues and don’ts with the glue if you should or shouldn’t use it.. what to do if you start to feel or have pain. Over all how to take care of them. Thanks .
can someone END this battle between some doctors about FLUORIDE, some of you swears that its good for teeth, others say its deadly? can we find some common ground
Majority agree that in low concentrations it's a non issue In the case of a mouthwash you're not ingesting it, it's topical, so there shouldn't be any argument. Toothpaste and in the water is where the arguments come.
I wake up and eat breakfast. Floss then brush teeth with non whitening toothpaste. Your teeth will look whiter with regular brushing and flossing. No whitening toothpaste needed Then i take a shower and get ready for work (do my hair, pack stuff). That takes about 30+ minutes Then I use a non alchohol flouride mouthwash right before I head out the door Many dentists say 30 minute space in between brushing and mouthwash is fine when using a non alchohol flouride mouthwash. Most people use more mouthwash than what the serving size says. So if you are worried about rinsing that flouride away, you probably won't if you use a flouride mouthwash long enough. Flouride mouthwashes have less flouride, but the more you swish, the more flouride sticks. Which you can over do it and cause damage Anyways my breath stays fresh and clean for hours when I do this routine. I also do it before I go to bed. I'll eat dinner and rinse it down with water. Wait a bit (sometimes chew surgar free gum to lower acid levels) Then floss and brush teeth. Do something in between for 30min to an hour Then mouthwash Then bedtime
What you've said is quite good, but why would you use a mouthwash that does thave fluoride vs one that does? Also, you won't damage your teeth by over swishing with fluoride mouthwash. Also, most people brush their teeth and leave the house straight away away, or go yo bed straight away. It's not realistic to expect people to be able to wait 30mins and use the mouthwash. Maybe for you, because you seem like a very detailed person, but most don't have the time/patience every day for that. I need to present things for people that is realistic.
Love your video but I have one question. Why do most dentist prescribe chlorhexidine mouthwash after wisdom tooth extractions? I ask this because that particular mouthwash also causes calculus/tartar.
It reduces the chance of dry socket. It doesn't increase tartar, it can increase staining only. But you only need it for 1-2wks so not long enough to affect staining
Excellent summary. I have heard Curasept is not as effective due to the ADS that prevents staining also reducing its substantivity. What are your thoughts?
Thank you! There is some decent research to show that it is as effective as staining curasept. The first study below had the most participants. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4525103/#!po=38.5417 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20653433/ www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4525103/#!po=38.5417
I haven't heard much about it to be honest. A quick google search doesn't reveal too much info about it. I like the mouthwashes I've recommended in the video.
Using mouthwash every day is a boring thing just like brushing your teeth. If life is boring then we create fun. Using an automatic mouthwash dispenser may be a way to find fun. Simply snap the magnetic cup on the tray and the mouthwash comes out automatically in the amount I set for myself. This seems like it could give us a little bit of enjoyment of mouthwash.
You're right, but that does get cumbersome and also not necessary (unless you are someone that has lots of holes in your teeth, and in that case, yes it is a good idea)
Each time you eat something, or drink something with sugar in it, acid is created by bacteria in your mouth. This acid is bad for your teeth, so minimising the frequency of this throughout the day is important.
If a person only spits out the toothpaste and doesn't rinse out the toothpaste with water after brushing, does that not create problem since most of the plague/food debris are still left in the mouth?
I was doing it all wrong... We people should stop believing in commercials and unreliable internet sources about health and start reading related books or ask doctors.
Not the plaque, the bacteria can. There are lots of links with gum disease and other health conditions. The key is to make sure you're removing the plaque by proper brushing and cleaning between the teeth.
Brushing 2 times per day, i use brushes between the teeth, and i clean my tongue after brushing, going to dentist every year sometimes twice, and i'm going to the dental hygienist twice a year, still i have problems...
Diet is very important too I'm sure if we went through your situation and what you're doing, I could tell you what it is you're doing wrong and why you have problems.
Unfortunately someone who has periodontitis (deeper than normal probing depths around teeth) never loses it. Your goal is to stop it getting worse. If you have it, you should be going 4x/yr to have a clean (and a possible deep clean) until all sites have stopped worsening. Then you can go twice per year. Watch this video about the steps to follow ruclips.net/video/L6pgdDIIkYA/видео.html
Haha thanks dude I broke some small bones in my hand at the end of last year and hadn't been properly in the gym until a few months ago so I've been working hard! Sounds perfect 👌
And what if your have stubborn soures that wont go? Could the mouthwash cause it? I have a non alcohol based mouth wash and only use it ocassionally if I have a sore throat or sores. P.S. I dont see why we need flouride in toothpaste. Humans have clean their mouths without it for years and bad enough in the USA we already fluoridated our water...so excessive flouride absorbed into the body affect our pineal gland and could cause worsen health in the mouth if used too much in the mouth...iI haven't use flouride toothpaste for over +5 years and barely ever need to go to the dentist. Almost all countries stop using fluoridated systems.
The mouthwash won't cause sores. It likely won't do much to heal them either. It's often related to other things (lack of sleep, stress, certain vitamin deficiencies, underlying viral infection etc)
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld I don't think it's a canker sire perse, but a swelling occurred. When I used it, for some reason the swelling minimized, but still not gone. But thank you for additional information
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld no first time. It's not so more a canker sore. It's like a pimple but if popped there no pus, just a small hole or open wound inside it. So I was quote confused. I am not usually allergic to any foods, so I don't think it's a reaction of that and it's last over 2 weeks now
What about for people that smoke? I’ve noticed during the day I’ve got this like grey/white ring around my gums/inside cheeks. Now brushing helps but only so much and I’ve noticed when I use mouthwash/mouthrinse that it’s not all gone but it’s definitely gone enough that it’s not visible anymore! So I’d say it helps/works but I’m not a doctor of any kind
My recommendations are still the same for smoking vs non smoking. For people that smoke it is even more important to make sure that the plaque levels stay under control and that you are having regular dental visits. It is an interesting observation though! Hard to comment on what is happening without seeing your gums etc, but if you find it helps, go for it 👌
Hello there, I'm someone who's lazy and sometimes when I don't feel like brushing my teeth i just use mouthwash instead, it's not a frequent thing but it does happen sometimes, this is probably not recommended but i feel like it is better than not cleaning my mouth at all. So sometimes i brush in the morning and just use mouthwash at night because I'm too tired to brush my teeth after a hard day at work. I'm not looking for verification on this behaviour as i know this isn't really optimal but i do wonder if there are people like me here?
I'm sure you're not alone! I also think you're right, it is better than not brushing The only thing I will say though, is that the night time brush is the most important one out of the two...
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I see one area of improvement. Too much shirt. Gotta let that go.
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Thank you doc,watching from KENYA,very helpful
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I’ve been using mouthwash for years. I’ve just stopped using it because I heard it isn’t necessary/might be bad. I’ll check my oral hygiene with my dentist now that I don’t use mouthwash anymore
Sounds like a plan! As long as you're doing the other steps (good brushing and cleaning between the teeth) you're going to be great 👌
Another claim is, it hurts nitrate, and nitrite NO, NO2, NO3. My kids 6th grade science work says your mouth and its saliva helps kill bad bacteria before it gets into your body. Mouthwash kills the enzymes in your mouth that is meant to protect your body. In turn it can cause Alzheimer’s, dementia, ED in men, and elevates blood pressure. If you suffer from some of these, try stopping mouthwash for 2 weeks. The dental association needs to come out with something that doesn’t kill enzymes or keep NO from getting into your body.
@@HeyMikeyLikesIt2 Do you mean nitric oxide? Doesn't your body make that on its own?
I’ve noticed a correlation to my dental cleanings and illness. Over decades.😁
I’ve gotten sick more just after period of mouthwash use, and brush replacement. 🦷👄🤧🤒
Like all my colonized protectors have been wiped out and let the bad stuff through.
So this sounds exactly spot on!
I need to look deeper now. Study reference…
Therabreath is my choice for mouthwash. Their "invigorating icy mint" flavor will keep your mouth feeling fresh for quite a while and doesn't have alcohol or an awkward chemical taste to it. I also use their anti-gingivitis wash when I brush at night.
Good to hear you've found something you like!
Doesn't work as well as Listerine when it comes to fresh breath.
@@method341listerine is acidic.
Yes!!! Another good one. Super stoked you did this in addition to the last one. It answered a lot of questions. Thank you for answering both why not to use them and then when to use them. A lot of other videos I’ve found aren’t as comprehensive. Great job!
Thanks Eric, I'm glad you liked it!
Hi, I love how clear and easy this video was. Wow. Thanks. I have receding gums, no periodontal disease, probably due to genetics. Question is: How to effectively brushing teeth without further damage the gums but still clean well under the gum line? As the 45 degrees doesn’t seem the best thing.
45 degrees is going to be fine, as long as you are using a soft/very soft brush. I like slim soft by Colgate. Also avoid eating/drinking (apart from water) 30min before or after brushing.
Also if you grind your teeth, this can be a contributing factor to recession.
Well.. That makes sense.. Sadly I bought the 1L bottle of Listerine I've been using forever (the 220 fluoride one but with ALCOHOL). I never thought it could be so bad.. But I do drink a lot of water so maybe it's not that tragic. I will change this for sure once it's finished though. Very informative video, thank you!
Glad you got something from the video!
There are tons of other uses for Listerine. It's a great household cleaner and an even better foot soak. But hopefully you've finished the bottle by now lol
There you go!
I use a non-alcoholic fluoride mouthwash during the day between brushing
Fantastic!
I made some homemade moonshine and it has improved my teeth so much.
Great to hear 🙌
I quit using mouthwash about a year ago for many of the reasons you mentioned. Also, a lot of them seem to contain sugar, which seems like it would also ruin a nicely cleaned mouth. Just got back from the dentist and they said everything looked great. Wish I had stopped ages ago.
Great to hear and thanks for the comment!
I have sensitive gums upper area right side for the past few days. I go to the dentist every 3 months to go periodontal care.
I was prescribed 1.1% Sodium Flouride with 5% Potassium Nitrate.
Could it be my hard flossing technique or the way I brush my teeth using an electric brush?
I use a flouride mouthwash which prevents cavities and the Listerine zero alcohol for sensitive teeth. Is my mouthwash the problem? Am I using it too much a day?
I also have Hydrogen Peroxide.
I do have a custom fit occlusal night guard but I think fitting might be causing the guard to touch the gums causing irratation and sensitivity.
I am able to eat and drink fine. Not sensitive to hot or cold.
How can I recover from this?
Hi there, despite you giving a very detailed description of your problem, giving a proper diagnosis and a solution from a RUclips comment is too difficult for me to do. Your best bet is to go and see your dentist so that they can give you a more accurate answer
Despite a fastidious regime of brushing and flossing, my front lower teeth always get a plaque buildup. This ultimately led to a case of gum recession. I was told nothing could be done; it's just my "body chemistry." I finally came across a RUclips dentist who suggested a system of 3 separate washes in addition to brushing. To my surprise, the plaque was completely gone within a short period. Yes, I have concerns about side effects, but then again, gum recession is nothing to sneeze at either.
What is the mouthwash that is recommended? What is the regime?
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Start with Closys Ultra Sensitive, next brushing with Crest Cavity Protection (original) then rinse with Listerine Cool Mint, and finish with Act Anticavity Flouride Rinse. I've found that flossing is rarely necessary with this routine, but I do it if I feel there's the possibility of food particles between my teeth.
How long have you been using this regime for ?
@@cudgee7144 I moved on to something different. While the regime did an impressive job cleaning my teeth, I ultimately decided it was too agressive toward the oral biome. Still using Closys, added a Waterpik routine along with brushing and flossing. We'll see how this handles the tartar buildup.
@J.o.e_K mouth breathing can also continue to lower tartar collecting quickly. For patients where it dies build up quickly, cleaning after meals is required to not allow plaque (the soft stuff) to build up and solidify to tartar
Informative video! Subscribed but also noticed that the latest videos are one year old 😕 no more updates. Can I use Hydrogen Peroxide instead of the peroxyl? And there should be one hour gap before or after the tooth brush, right?
I know, having a child changes my time allocation!
Peroxyl is a mix of hydrogen peroxide, so yep
Yep, 1hr
Subbed! It is so good to hear a dentist advising not to use mouthwash! One problem I see with ALL mouthwashes is that they indiscriminately kill all mouth bacteria including the beneficial micro-flora genera that you really NEED for good health. Many of these bugs are essential for a long and healthy life - really! Oral bacteria are as important as those bacteria that live in our gut. Many of those bacteria communities living in the mouth (mostly living at the back of the tongue) play a huge role when they reduce dietary nitrates in the saliva to nitrite. Swallowed saliva transfers nitrites to the stomach and there they are converted to nitric oxide (NO) a radical gas that has a half-life of less than a second. This natural process is essential and NO is, HANDS DOWN NO QUESTION, the single most important signaling entity (molecule) in the human body. This is because NO controls vascular health (relaxes the vessels preventing hypertension) and high blood pressure is the single most important fact for a MAJORITY of life shortening human disease: heart diseases, pulmonary hypertension, high blood pressure, kidney disease, dementia, strokes, erectile dysfunction, there are dozens more diseases one could add. When you use bactericidal mouthwashes you are inadvertently placing tooth health as more important than the dozens of chronic diseases that will later deteriorate your health and shorten your life span. Healthy natural oral bacteria play role in good vascular health = longer, healthier life!! I would like a mouthwash to freshen the breath but not kill micro-organisms of the mouth. Right now I use a 250 mL bottle of water with a teaspoon of lemon juice added. I still have good nitrate to nitrite reduction going on in my mouth (tested with nitrite strips) I also use non-fluoride toothpaste and don't drink tap water. What do you think about NO?
It sounds like you are very knowledgeable on this topic and you're all over it!
Damn, you wrote a whole scientific research paper for us😄
@@genekendrick679 🙂Thanks! Biological lab research is what I did for 40 years! LOL
If nitric oxide has a half life of 1 second, does it matter if it's in your stomach for the 5 seconds or less anyway? (Most medications have 5 half lifes before they're totally removed from your system. It's probably much faster with something like this.)
@@dez6278 Perhaps NO molecules diffuse to their site of action in the body in less time than that? I don't know. Also it is unclear how long lasting the biological effects that NO triggers are? If in that second NO triggers some molecular event that process might be still working long after the NO molecule that triggered it is dissipated? One possibility I suppose? Personally I have never read an actual study that measures the half-life of NO that is a number I have seen frequently quoted though. And you have to understand the term "half-life". Say the half life of NO is 1 sec. So if the concentration of NO is X at time 0 sec it is still 0.5X at 1 sec. and 0.25X at 2 seconds. etc. So it does not all disappear instantly. I'm a molecular biologist not a gas/vapor physicist. OTHO if you are questioning the benefits on NO you have decades of scientific research to disprove....
Thanks for the video, I'm obsessed with mouth hygiene at the moment as hygienist said I have pockets level 3 and some 4 even though ive never skipped brushing & flossing.. I've been going heavy with alcohol mouthwash for years after brushing so reconsidering my whole routine at the moment.
Hi Shona, good to hear you're taking it so serious! It's a huge factor in the progression of gum disease, that's for sure
So you've following Mr. Pink Shirt to the letter for years... and it has resulted in your teeth being a mess. Thank you for telling the truth. This Dentist is a Quack and just re-iterating what he learned in school. Follow him to the bank...
are you still using it ? how's your teeth now ?
Are you saying I'm a quack?
Get a mouth guard or a teeth aligner (mouth guard)
What should I use for gingivitis? Should I replace my electric toothbrush with a new head? Or use a manual ?
Manual or electric works, you just have to make sure you are brushing effectively. I'll link you my how to brush video.
ruclips.net/video/egjRkl6AtVI/видео.html
Clean gums with manual brush
2:08, so if that be the case then how does brushing , alone, do any better?
I never said brushing alone, there were 5 points. Brushing 2mins 2x/day, angling brush to the gum, clean in between teeth, brush your tongue, visit dentist at least once/yr
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld I took it that you were implying that mouth washing is irrelevant, because very few people can do their teeth using just one method. But thanks, I'm not arguing just trying to learn.
That's OK. Yeah, irrelevant if you're doing the other stuff correctly and consistently
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld true
0:53 I don’t think plaque is left over food?…..
Plaque is a film that coats your teeth, and along the gum line. It contains bacteria but leftover food is a big part of it. The leftover food in the plaque provides the bacteria in the plaque the resources for them to create acid and toxins which is bad for your gums and for the teeth. If the leftover food is removed correctly then there is going to be no problems
Hello!
When it comes to flossing, there seem to be different methods of what flossing actually is.
What is meant by flossing here?
Is it the flossing that you do with a device like the Watrpik?
When someone says flossing, they mean using tooth floss. The correct way to floss is in this video ruclips.net/video/OoazkmwibE0/видео.html
There are many different methods of "cleaning in between your teeth" and a water floss (like waterpik) is one of those.
Is it good to use listerine with alcohol to get rid of halitosis everyone says its the best because its strong and it appears thst s lot of people use it twice a day snd it works for them to preveng bad breath.
Better to use it without alcohol
I use mouthwash when I get tooth infections. I can't exactly afford to go to the dentist, and last time I did (about 10 years ago) I went in for 1 tooth in particular however he took the liberty to start working on multiple which made the trip very expensive, resulting in me being unable to afford to go back.
TL;DR I grew up in a not so great home and was never taught the value of oral hygiene as a child. They didn't teach it, buy tooth paste, or tooth brushes, it was just normal.
So I came into adulthood with bad teeth, and simply do what I can to prevent then from getting worse.
ruclips.net/video/-OBn8BIHSjE/видео.html
I hope you've watched this then!
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld please how do i get rid of Gingivitis?
Thank you so much doctor. Because some motives I can't go to the dentist rn . This was really helpful.
You're welcome
What do you suggest I do to get rid of bad breath?
I’m thinking of buying a mouthwash to get rid of my bad breath, so if i do need to buy one which one will you recommend?
And what other habits or changes can i take to get rid of bad breath?
Mouthwash is a bandaid solution
Possible causes
- Tooth decay
- Calculus and tartar build up
- Bad oral hygiene and not brushing your tongue
- Gut problems
The first 2 are at the dentist
The next one you can watch RUclips videos about
The last is your GP
I use toothpaste with xylitol and closys mouthwash no alcohol is that ok to use or can hydrogen peroxide and water rinse be just as affective if not better
Did you watch the full video? Mouthwash not necessary if you're brushing and flossing correctly
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld I did watch whole video but must have missed that part Thanks for responding again
No problem 👌👌
I might be wrong, but in some cases mouth wash can be life- .. i mean teeth saving: I suffer from depressions and physical fatigue and often don't manage to keep a good cleaning routine. I also have very *sensitive teeth* and loss of gum or irreversible *periodontitis,* also i often have a *dry mouth* and my saliva eases the formation of plaque and debris, *so i have to use mouthwash* additionally to flossing and brushing with electric (and super sonic brushes).
Whatever works best for you 👌
Yeah, you're wrong. Sounds like you're wrong about most things.
do u think the ACT Anticavity mouthwash is good? Also how effective would it be to stop cavities when you do use a flouride mouthwash?
Yes that will be good, but seems expensive tbh. Fluoride in mouthwash is definitely good, but stopping cavities has a lot more that just that. You should watch my song/stopping cavities video for more
ruclips.net/video/-OBn8BIHSjE/видео.html
Are you sure that rinsing once with flouride mouthwash after brushing washes away the 'good fluoride' from brushing?
It would mean logically that fluoride mouthwash never works, not even after meals like you suggested.
Hi thanks for the comment.
That's not what I said. Non fluoridated mouthwash gets rid of the fluoride which is bad, so if you want to use a mouthwash afterwards, use one that contains fluoride.
I can see from wikipedia swishing around is very controversial whether fluoridated or not, alcohol containing mouthwash giving worse halitosis being the most ironic. It's just hard to not touch the cup after brushing when I don't even notice it due to the ingrained habit.
Thanks for your answer.
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld
Yep, alcohol containing ones are no good. I think I mentioned it in the video
It is a hard habit. A good alternative is to put a bit of water in your mouth after brushing, before spitting, and rinse that around, and then spit. Kind of like a toothpaste mouthwash
I brush, floss then listerine... (No flouride) Been at it 35+ years. Still have never had a cavity.
Great to hear no cavities 👌
Do you floss with toothpaste still in your mouth? I do it helps my gums not bleed I have gingivitis at the moment
What if i use a mouthwash with flouride to rinse out the toothpaste because i dont like the chalky feeling when i dont rinse even though people say not to
Great idea 👌👌
Thanks for the info, pls which mouthwash is best for deep dental cavity ?
If you already have cavity, you need a filling. But if you want to help prevent cavities, I like neutrafluor 220
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld I appreciate ur response.Is it okay to use the neutrafluor 220 on daily basis ?
Yes it is. You can use it after brushing, or at some stage through the day (like after lunch)
doesn't chlorhexidine raise blood pressure?
Very light evidence of that, not much of a factor though if one per day, especially if not long term
Is it safe to use diluted hydrogen peroxide to brush clean the tongue? This video is so informative! Thank you!
Sure is!
Interesting. My dentist told me that diluted hydrogen peroxide could do more harm than good. Instead, he recommended an ALCOHOL based mouth wash.
Each dentist has their own experience and preferences. All things likely work, some just better than others. Not sure what the qualm could be with diluted hydrogen peroxide though
I'm a little confused. Did yiu say do not rinse your floride toothpaste out at all after brushing? If that's the case, do we just leave the toothpaste in our mouths or, rinse most of it out with water but leave a little bit in our mouths? Please answer back because I would really like the right way to do this.
Just spit it out, which leaves a little bit in there 👌
@@DrPaulsDentalWorlddo you mean we do not rinse with clean water after brushing our teeth? Only spit out what we can and leave the rest in our mouths? How interesting that no dentist has told me that.
Yep that's right
I am suffering from flourosis disease , all my teeth yellowish and molar and pre molar too much infected and eroded. I have treated them (all my teeth ) with PFM crowns . Sir what are the oral hygienic recommendations for me.
How much should i brush and is it best for me to use mouthwash ?
Sir please recommendations.
Hi there, sorry to hear. If you've got a good diet, and you aren't grazing through the day, you shouldn't need to brush more than twice per day, or floss more than once per day.
If you find that you get food stuck between the crowns, it is important to keep them even more clean which may mean brushing and flossing after each meal.
How to floss and brush correctly? I have some great videos on my channel that cover this.
How about perfumed mouthwash like Floris London mouthwash ? Is it bad ? Can we use it occasionally
It's not bad, but not necessary, and I don't think it would be very effective. And it's very expensive!
what about dilutes bleach when you need an antiseptic rinse?
In the video I mentioned 'peroxyl' which is hydrogen peroxide, essentially it is diluted bleach
*Great video. A couple of points though.*
*1. Some mouthwashes don't seem to fit in either of your categories e.g. Aquafresh mouthwash does not contain either of the active ingredients you mentioned.*
*2. What if you already have plaque?*
*3. Why floss before the evening brush and not the morning one?*
1) Fair point. Not feasible for me to comment on every single mouthwash. Also, with the mouthwashes that I spoke about, there is no need for another mouthwash. These ones satisfy everything you need
2) If you have plaque, it needs to be removed by a dental cleaning (this is if the plaque is hard. This is called calculus/tartar) or effective cleaning with your toothbrush.
3) The point of flossing is to dislodge food stuck in between the teeth, prior to brushing. It is most important at night because you don't have saliva flow to flush out any food pieces that might be stuck, and saliva also buffers acid produced by food breakdown. As well, in the morning, you've only had one meal so the amount of food to remove by the floss is not the same as the end of the day. In saying that, flossing in the morning is going to be better than not, but not necessary.
Let me know if you have any other questions
Thank you for the video, very informative. I was wondering, do you have any recommendations about specific tooth brushes? I still use the one i received from my dentist and was wondering if there is a specific type or manual vs electric you prefer. I would think it would be more about technique than the specific brush, but was curious if a certain bristle, shape, longevity or what ever else might help! thanks.
You're right, it's more about technique. If you're brushing correctly, manual vs electric doesn't matter. Electric does make it a bit easier tbf, but I actually use a manual myself. Make sure that it's a very soft brush, and a smaller head brush makes it easy to get to certain angles. I like Colgate SlimSoft
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Thanks for the input! Smaller head brush makes more sense once you mention it, and i will keep an eye out for a softer brush. Thanks for making these videos btw, they help make more informed choices!!
You're welcome!
Hi Dr. I have a question. How do you treat a patient with spirochetes? The dental hygienist found one while at the dentist office. She took a sample from my mouth and looked at it under a microscope. They told me to mix bleach and water every day for the rest of my life. So I tried it and immediately felt like my mouth and sinuses was on fire and had to call poison control. So I’m just curious how you personally treat someone in my position? Is there a certain mouthwash or toothpaste? Antibiotics?
Hi there, sorry for the delayed reply.
Spirochaetes are a bacteria that are associated with gumpys. They only become a problem when they are provided resources. The problem is caused by the body's response to the toxic byproduct of them eating these resources. Therefore, our goal is to not provide them with the resources in the first place. This means effective cleaning of your teeth and gums (correct brushing ruclips.net/video/egjRkl6AtVI/видео.html and flossing ruclips.net/video/OoazkmwibE0/видео.html). I have a gum disease video here ruclips.net/video/L6pgdDIIkYA/видео.html.
If you want to take an extra step, you can also supplement this with products designed to kill them. You can get chlorhexidine containing mouthwashes and toothpastes that will help. You can also get peroxide containing mouthwashes that will also help.
Let me know if you have any other questions
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld thank you so much for your help. I will look for these products. Do you have an opinion on oral probiotics as well, whether they would help and which strains to use?
Good question. Not completely necessary, as long as you're removing the plaque (food resources for the bacteria) effectively. But, there is good research around their use. Read this article if you want to know more reader.elsevier.com/reader/sd/pii/S1756464620302097?token=45C48320F7DF24C477838B7608576AA4432793770A2A910BA775A6924A99DE97A5372394EDE00209A359A54B2A265CD7&originRegion=us-east-1&originCreation=20230320202749
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Thank you so much for sharing the link. You have been such a big help. Truly grateful.
You're welcome!
I use hydroxiapatite toothpaste and very rarely wash with fluoride. The toothpaste doesn't have fluoride, it sometiems makes my teeth feel weird. The most important thing is to floss and brush correctly and go to the dentist with panoramic x rays every 4/5 months. That should keep your teeth In perfect conditions
The hydroxy toothpastes aren't as beneficial as what they claim and as what they seem. The hydroxyapatite is not that bioavalable, and fluoride is important as it forms fluoroapatite.
But yes, everything you said about floss and brushing and regular checks is very important. And the toothpaste is not as important, it's more about plaque removal. Fluoride paste is important for those with a high rate of decay
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld yes indeed. I have been using every day such toothpaste since 2011. It's been working for me wonderfully. I very rarely wash with fluoride and don't use that toothpaste because it upsets my stomach if I can't spit it out and it makes my teeth feel weird. I've never had a cavity issue thus far so ill be sticking to it, my sensitivity is by far more reduced by such toothpastes than fluoride ones. They had the opposite effect on my tooth sensitivity. I assume it's one of those cases where science isn't as universal. Thank you for your response doc :)
Good to hear it's been good for you and if it isn't broke, don't fix it!
Is flossing necessary can we just brush our teeth and use tongue cleaner
Here's a good video on how and why to floss ruclips.net/video/OoazkmwibE0/видео.html
Basically it's important to get food out from in between the teeth
Can mouthwash help stop tonsil stones? What can help?
Gargling with salt water, vigorously, can help.
If you google home remedies you'll find a lot
I've got a really thorough oral hygiene routine and I've always just used mouthwash because that's what I've always done out of habit. Until I learnt that mouthwash with alcohol should be avoided. Then I recently discovered that most mouthwashes have low pH. Where I am you can't find neutral or alkaline mouthwash easily. So away with the mouthwash.
Great to hear!
I use a non-fluoride toothpaste. Should I use a mouthwash that contains fluoride then?
Yes 💯💯
Flouride linked to Alzheimer's
Mouthwash first for 20 sec kinda like rinsing ur plate to loosen foods before you wash ,then brush,then floss ,then wit alittle toothpaste and water ,mix and gargle
Sounds like a good regime to me 👌
I take meds that make my mouth very dry especially at night. Is there any mouthwash that helps for that?
Yes for sure! There are lots. In Australia, there is one called biotene, it's quite popular
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld thanks Dr Paul! I think I can get that here in the UK too -will give it a try. Thanks again.
You're welcome!
Please how do i get rid of Gingivitis?
Watch this video ruclips.net/video/L6pgdDIIkYA/видео.html
Omg thankyou so much I was doing it wrong 🤦♀️😩 I'm going to change my ways starting today and use the toothpaste after the mouthwash. Again thankyou 🙏
You're welcome 🙌
I have other videos about how to look after your teeth (brushing and flossing techniques), if you're interested 👌
I have started using Plax rinse. It says use before brushing. I am hoping that it helps!
Plax not that useful, and doing before sort of defeats the purpose of using the mouthwash, but it won't do any harm👌
Really? Good thing I asked you.
Did you watch the video??
Not the full video which was foolish. I am now. Bye bye Plax!
@margotstamateris3583 🙌🙌
Thank you 😊 for your information. Great video
Thanks and you're welcome!
Which toothbrush do you recommend for someone struggling to remove the plaque with a manual toothbrush?😢
In my opinion, any electric works well. The ones that are more expensive have more gadgets, but do very similar work.
Just make sure your technique is correct
ruclips.net/video/egjRkl6AtVI/видео.html
A video on the correct technique
I heard that rinsing after brushing isn't correct routine because it removed the flouride. But in this video you said we could rinse with toothpaste mixed in for the fresh breath feel(which im not really interested about). What i am interested in tho is if rinsing with toothpaste affects the flouride already on your teeth after brushing
Correct, don't rinse with water or other non fluoride containing rinses. When brushing your teeth, the fluoride comes from the toothpaste, so rinsing with toothpaste has the 'rinsing feeling' while still leaving fluoride on your teeth.
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld nice! Thank you so much
You're welcome 🙌
This topic on mouthwash is really controversial. I got mixed opinions from different dentists and hygienists. Thanks for sharing this, it is very informative. Do you know if mouthwashes really can indirectly cause high blood pressure? I heard of it recently. Thank you.
Thank you! I'm only a fan of m/wash in certain cases.
Interesting, I had never heard of that, but it seems like could be a link! They aren't 100% sure why, possibly due to it killing some type of bacteria that help prevent it. You can read about it here www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7125030/
I get ganker sores quite often that are very painful and make eating uncomfortable. I have 3 of them at the moment. Is mouthwash useful for preventing these?
It doesn't do much to be honest. It might be worth visiting your gp to find out why you are getting them so often
Here in USA it is recommended to stay away from toothpaste with the ingredient “sodium lauryl sulfate” because it causes canker sores.
I really like the Oral B deep clean mouthwash, works really well with the products that I use especially with the Oclean W10 water flosser.
Great to hear 🙌
My Gosh, I have beed doing the mouthwashes completely wrong!!!!!! No wonder my teeth are getting worse!!!! Doc, what would you recommend to someone like me who needs fluoride but also from time to time wants to kill the bad bacteria without flushing all the fluoride from toothpaste and harming the oral microbiome too much? Is let's 3 percent hydrogen peroxide swish okay? Or should I dilute those 3 percent even more or keep it at 3 percent and use it let's say 20 minutes before brushing and flossing?
You can't really get rid of bad bacteria with a mouthwash. What can help is xylitol. You can get it in chewing gum. It actually kills those bacteria. I will link you a video I made about chewing gum. I will also send you a video about reducing risk of cavities, for some other tips.
Reducing cavities ruclips.net/video/-OBn8BIHSjE/видео.html
Chewing gum ruclips.net/video/o7BJzNj983E/видео.html
Sorry but I don't understand people saying it's "unnecessary if...", the difference with using it is just huge I feel, even when you brush good etc, the mouthwash still gives you that totally fresh mouth feeling by cleaning all the part you can't get with a toothbrush etc...
I'll try and explain
- it's unnecessary for your oral health, if you're brushing and cleaning between your teeth properly
- if you want that fresh mouth feeling, use mouthwash
I mentioned all of the above in the video
Is v34 purple violet stain remover a good product or gimmick to making whiter teeth
Gimmick. They're not actually removing the staining from your teeth. It's something about neutralising the colour, by adding purple to your tooth. I believe that once you stop using the stuff and the purple wears off, it goes back yellow again
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld so it's basically like whitening the teeth with illusion just for the 1 day
I actually have mouth ulcer should i be using it daily?
Sorry for the late reply - mouth ulcers normally resolve after 1-2wks. Mouthwash won't really help very much to get rid of it
This was very helpful. Thank you so much!
You're welcome!
Paul . Talked to you about my Extraction a few months ago just wanted to touch bases let you know everything is good and I finally got my partial and I feel like a brand new man
Hi Lee, thank you for the update and letting me know! I'm glad that everything worked out well, that's great news!
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Is there anything you would recommend. It’s a partial on the front. My dentist really didn’t say much. Or do you have a video that I could watch?
Hi Lee, what recommendations are you looking for in regards t the partial? I could do a video if you let me know
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld I would like to know how long I should expect to feel weird or talk funny. ? How often I should take them out or let them soak or how many times a day I should clean them.. .? Pretty Much just the basic stuff .. as of now They fit so good I don’t even have any glue on so maybe you could touch up on the dues and don’ts with the glue if you should or shouldn’t use it.. what to do if you start to feel or have pain. Over all how to take care of them. Thanks .
Ok sounds good
can someone END this battle between some doctors about FLUORIDE, some of you swears that its good for teeth, others say its deadly? can we find some common ground
Majority agree that in low concentrations it's a non issue
In the case of a mouthwash you're not ingesting it, it's topical, so there shouldn't be any argument.
Toothpaste and in the water is where the arguments come.
This is very good to knowing for good reason for you tooth 🦷 and for gems and healthy teeth and gums need to find a good moth wash to use
Thank you I'm glad you liked it!
I wake up and eat breakfast.
Floss then brush teeth with non whitening toothpaste. Your teeth will look whiter with regular brushing and flossing. No whitening toothpaste needed
Then i take a shower and get ready for work (do my hair, pack stuff). That takes about 30+ minutes
Then I use a non alchohol flouride mouthwash right before I head out the door
Many dentists say 30 minute space in between brushing and mouthwash is fine when using a non alchohol flouride mouthwash. Most people use more mouthwash than what the serving size says. So if you are worried about rinsing that flouride away, you probably won't if you use a flouride mouthwash long enough. Flouride mouthwashes have less flouride, but the more you swish, the more flouride sticks. Which you can over do it and cause damage
Anyways my breath stays fresh and clean for hours when I do this routine. I also do it before I go to bed.
I'll eat dinner and rinse it down with water.
Wait a bit (sometimes chew surgar free gum to lower acid levels)
Then floss and brush teeth.
Do something in between for 30min to an hour
Then mouthwash
Then bedtime
What you've said is quite good, but why would you use a mouthwash that does thave fluoride vs one that does?
Also, you won't damage your teeth by over swishing with fluoride mouthwash.
Also, most people brush their teeth and leave the house straight away away, or go yo bed straight away. It's not realistic to expect people to be able to wait 30mins and use the mouthwash. Maybe for you, because you seem like a very detailed person, but most don't have the time/patience every day for that. I need to present things for people that is realistic.
Love your video but I have one question. Why do most dentist prescribe chlorhexidine mouthwash after wisdom tooth extractions? I ask this because that particular mouthwash also causes calculus/tartar.
It reduces the chance of dry socket. It doesn't increase tartar, it can increase staining only. But you only need it for 1-2wks so not long enough to affect staining
Excellent summary. I have heard Curasept is not as effective due to the ADS that prevents staining also reducing its substantivity. What are your thoughts?
Thank you!
There is some decent research to show that it is as effective as staining curasept. The first study below had the most participants.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4525103/#!po=38.5417
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20653433/
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4525103/#!po=38.5417
Great video I appreciate it. Have a wonderful day.
Thank you, you too!
What do you think of Therabreath?
I haven't heard much about it to be honest. A quick google search doesn't reveal too much info about it. I like the mouthwashes I've recommended in the video.
Thanks for this Doc✅💯
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Should I wash my mouth after brushing on just leave the toothpaste on my teeth
No need to wash with anything. Just spit out the toothpaste 👌
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld thank you for replying
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How minutes to use literine
I don't like listerine very much. I would suggest following the instructions on the bottle
Using mouthwash every day is a boring thing just like brushing your teeth. If life is boring then we create fun. Using an automatic mouthwash dispenser may be a way to find fun. Simply snap the magnetic cup on the tray and the mouthwash comes out automatically in the amount I set for myself. This seems like it could give us a little bit of enjoyment of mouthwash.
When life gives you boring lemons, make a fun vodka lemon soda!
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Do you think this is gonna be fun?ruclips.net/video/LCY3MRLq5tM/видео.htmlsi=ZCCNGzfLFJmu5fZ9
Thanks dr Paul for the helpful info
You're welcome 🙌
How do i get biceps like yours?
Lots of toothbrushing!
I think that the best time to use mouthwash is right after eating a meal.
You're right, but that does get cumbersome and also not necessary (unless you are someone that has lots of holes in your teeth, and in that case, yes it is a good idea)
I heard that mouthwash can cause high blood npressure and impotence in me. Is this true?
Not true
Great bro. UT is t three oil a few drops good to brush with
Thank you
Not sure why it would be necessary. Our goal of brushing is to remove plaque, which normal toothpaste works for that
why bother with mouthrinse for fluoride when toothpaste has more
concentration of? better just swishing with toothpaste and little
mouthful of water?
I agree. It's for people that like the feeling after using a mouthwash
And does fasting from food help with teeth ?
Each time you eat something, or drink something with sugar in it, acid is created by bacteria in your mouth. This acid is bad for your teeth, so minimising the frequency of this throughout the day is important.
I have gingivitis
My hygienist told me to buy oral b gum care toothpaste floss and peroxyl mouthwash.
Sounds like a good plan 👌
I agree that mouthwash is unnecessary if you brush your teeth twice a day and use a tongue cleaner each time.
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Dear Paul hope your doing well. Nice video and great explanation thank you.
You're welcome 🙌
If a person only spits out the toothpaste and doesn't rinse out the toothpaste with water after brushing, does that not create problem since most of the plague/food debris are still left in the mouth?
No because the food/plaque is caught up in the toothpaste and will be spat out at the same time. Try it and see 👍
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Thank you.
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I was doing it all wrong... We people should stop believing in commercials and unreliable internet sources about health and start reading related books or ask doctors.
Not a good idea to believe the people that are selling your their product 👌
Plaque can actually end up in bloodstream due to not maintaining oral hygiene I've experienced it couple times
Not the plaque, the bacteria can. There are lots of links with gum disease and other health conditions. The key is to make sure you're removing the plaque by proper brushing and cleaning between the teeth.
Brushing 2 times per day, i use brushes between the teeth, and i clean my tongue after brushing, going to dentist every year sometimes twice, and i'm going to the dental hygienist twice a year, still i have problems...
Diet is very important too
I'm sure if we went through your situation and what you're doing, I could tell you what it is you're doing wrong and why you have problems.
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld I think it's stress...
What are the teeth problems you have?
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld Periodontitis
Unfortunately someone who has periodontitis (deeper than normal probing depths around teeth) never loses it. Your goal is to stop it getting worse. If you have it, you should be going 4x/yr to have a clean (and a possible deep clean) until all sites have stopped worsening. Then you can go twice per year.
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what if you have pweeridontal disease?
Did you watch the video? Go to 4:36
CONGRATULATIONS DR.PAUL
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You are one treat to watch...
Sugar free I hope!
Bro you're looking good!! That sleeve is about to bust 😎
I'm a fan of alcohol-free fluoridated toothpaste at night after I brush & floss
Haha thanks dude I broke some small bones in my hand at the end of last year and hadn't been properly in the gym until a few months ago so I've been working hard!
Sounds perfect 👌
I always wanted to know this!
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super informative, ty
Thank you!
Great video
Thank you!
3:48 why is there posts and videos everywhere saying fluoride is bad tho lol. I fking hate teeth.
Because negative media sells!
Fluoride in high concentrations is bad, but not the concentrations that you'll find here. And it's very good for teeth
And what if your have stubborn soures that wont go? Could the mouthwash cause it? I have a non alcohol based mouth wash and only use it ocassionally if I have a sore throat or sores.
P.S. I dont see why we need flouride in toothpaste. Humans have clean their mouths without it for years and bad enough in the USA we already fluoridated our water...so excessive flouride absorbed into the body affect our pineal gland and could cause worsen health in the mouth if used too much in the mouth...iI haven't use flouride toothpaste for over +5 years and barely ever need to go to the dentist. Almost all countries stop using fluoridated systems.
The mouthwash won't cause sores. It likely won't do much to heal them either. It's often related to other things (lack of sleep, stress, certain vitamin deficiencies, underlying viral infection etc)
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld I don't think it's a canker sire perse, but a swelling occurred. When I used it, for some reason the swelling minimized, but still not gone. But thank you for additional information
@MrVuittonDon is it always in the same spot?
@@DrPaulsDentalWorld no first time. It's not so more a canker sore. It's like a pimple but if popped there no pus, just a small hole or open wound inside it. So I was quote confused. I am not usually allergic to any foods, so I don't think it's a reaction of that and it's last over 2 weeks now
I think it may be a mucous cyst, but small
What about for people that smoke? I’ve noticed during the day I’ve got this like grey/white ring around my gums/inside cheeks. Now brushing helps but only so much and I’ve noticed when I use mouthwash/mouthrinse that it’s not all gone but it’s definitely gone enough that it’s not visible anymore! So I’d say it helps/works but I’m not a doctor of any kind
My recommendations are still the same for smoking vs non smoking. For people that smoke it is even more important to make sure that the plaque levels stay under control and that you are having regular dental visits.
It is an interesting observation though! Hard to comment on what is happening without seeing your gums etc, but if you find it helps, go for it 👌
Mouth wash name?
There were a few that I recommend, depending on the purpose. All names are mentioned in the video
Let me know if you have any questions 👌
Im using some mouth tabs at night to stop drying .
Does it have sugar in it? What's a mouth tab?
Hello there, I'm someone who's lazy and sometimes when I don't feel like brushing my teeth i just use mouthwash instead, it's not a frequent thing but it does happen sometimes, this is probably not recommended but i feel like it is better than not cleaning my mouth at all. So sometimes i brush in the morning and just use mouthwash at night because I'm too tired to brush my teeth after a hard day at work. I'm not looking for verification on this behaviour as i know this isn't really optimal but i do wonder if there are people like me here?
I'm sure you're not alone! I also think you're right, it is better than not brushing
The only thing I will say though, is that the night time brush is the most important one out of the two...
I've used mouthwash tqice a say for 20 years+
Nice!
Thank you
You're welcome!
Super helpful!!! Thank you so much!!!
You're welcome!