Plaque removal

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My dentist is now charging an additional £45 to see a specialist for plaque removal.

So just invested in a dentist kit so i can have a little scrape myself.

Anybody else do this? or any tips before i rip my mouth apart???
 
Never used a dentist kit, i stick to using an electric toothbrush, normal toothbrush, dental floss & a water pik.

Not had to have a filling in more than 15 years so works for me :)
 
Assuming this is an NHS dentist, a 'scale and polish' is included in the price of a check-up. If confronting your dental practice with this information, remember to stay calm - they'll have no qualms about taking you off the list if you start being abusive (including just shouting).

See if your PCT (Primary Care Trust) can give you a list of hygienists that do NHS work in your area.

I would recommend an ultrasonic toothbrush, my dental hygiene has improved since getting one. Though they cost more on initial outlay, the rechargeable ones are cheaper in the long run than the disposable battery type.

Remember to brush your gums on both sides of the tooth - as a rough guide as much gum as there is tooth. Opinion varies on whether up-down or circles is the best motion for the toothbrush.
 
Floss regularly and brushing twice a day does the trick for me.
 
lorrebreaker said:
electric toothbrush, normal toothbrush, dental floss & a water pik.
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I love Water Piks but they only last a few months before the battery packs in... Been though anbout 3 or 4 of them. Too expensive...
 
Had the same problem with the battery powered ones so bought myself an electric one & its still going strong.
 
a good smack across the mouth with a piece of 3x2 wood worked for me,lost a few teeth, hurt like hell for weeks. now no plaque at all .lol didnt even get the bugger who did it back.
 
Nobody has mentioned mouthwash, is there any advantage to using it ?
 
I am sure there have been several studies that suggest a link between alcohol based mouthwash and oral cancer.

Will have a look if I can find the articles
 
I have no fillings either but what used to be a freebie on my once a year checkup, the descale and polish is now a significant cost.

Never heard of a water pik before but one visit saved to the hygenist pays for that.

Will have a little play with the dentist kit once it arrives, (less than a tenner).

Appointment is normally due in oct so will be interested to see if he says its ok or needs "specialist attention" this time round. Pretty sure its a money making thing as never had problems before with a 2 minute scale and polish.
 
edcase said:
I am sure there have been several studies that suggest a link between alcohol based mouthwash and oral cancer.

Will have a look if I can find the articles
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The only stuff I could find was a study into how mouth wash effected smokers. Several reviews of the study say the evidence is inclusive.
 
Im sure the review I read said there was greater risk observed in non smokers, but no increased risk to smokers.

It seems odd that we should be warned about the dangers or contracting cancer from drinking alcoholic drinks, yet certain mouthwash brands contain a higher concentration of alcohol and remain in the mouth longer. (I know I don't gargle my beer anyway, it barely touches the sides - lol).

I dont have access to the specific journal here at the moment but I will double check it later.
 
edcase said:
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I dont have access to the specific journal here at the moment but I will double check it later.
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Original research paper: The Role of Alcohol in Oral Carcinogenesis With Particular Reference to Alcohol-containing Mouthwashes

Cancer Research UK rebutal (dated Jan 2009): Does mouthwash cause cancer? « Cancer Research UK – Science Update

However, more recent studies seem to support the original paper: Australian Prescriber - Mouthwashes

Simple answer seems to be avoid the alcohol based mouthwashes if using daily.
 
Green tea is good for teeth and gums...
 
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