Please tell Millie we love her, too!
I wish there were better solutions, and it's all so individual. But at least we're trying! Thank you so much for sharing information. (I use the ACT pineapple mouthwash 'cause my mouth hates mint!)
Huge solidarity. I have advanced OA in both hands from work overuse, and at least seven additional points of injury to nerves and tendons in my dominant arm. It is severely limiting, and I hear you on the sleep front, too. Have you found a toothbrush you like?
3. Original Listerine for bacteria that cause plaque and gingivitis with eucalyptus, menthol, thymol. Acidic and needs to be followed by ACT fluoride rinse (and the acid makes the fluoride more effective) 4. ACT Anticavity helps prevent/reverse cavities, strengthens teeth, reduces sensitivity 2/2
1. Closys Ultra Sensitive mouthwash neutralizes acidic saliva, making brushing less damaging to enamel 2. Crest Cavity Protection Regular Paste (original Crest): sodium fluoride is at optimal concentration with proper abrasion and does not contain glycerine or SLS 1/2
Sincere apologies! Would it be helpful if I listed the exact products she recommends? Could also do links to Amazon if that would be helpful. Note, I think she's hypes the system, but imho her reasons for the specific products are scientifically sound.
All three are readily available at a grocery store, Amazon, Walmart etc. FWIW, my teeth are pretty terrible because of overall bone loss -- but I had zero plaque at my most recent check, and I remain hopeful that my teeth can continue to improve.
Bummer about xylitol (sorbitol does not have the same oral benefits. Are YT videos OK? This one talks about the way the three very specific mouthwashes work: youtu.be/tXZbmz6kBUU?...
YouTube video by Dr. Ellie Phillips
Reading these tips with interest, since hand injuries and fatigue make brushing difficult. I use Ellie Philllips' 3-step recs for mouthwashes (Closys, then Listerine, finish with ACT), frequent xylitol mints, and 1/day oral probiotics, working with the info that bacteria is a main culprit for decay.
She's just so dang gorgeous.