Confused over which dental products to buy when walking down the dental products aisle?

Confused over which dental products to buy when walking down the dental products aisle

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Confused over which dental products to buy when walking down the dental products aisle?

If you are confused by all of the different brands of toothbrushes, toothpastes, floss and mouth rinses, you are not alone. I was utterly confused the last time I strolled down one of those dental product aisles. I was wondering how could there be 30 different types of floss, what do the different sizes and flavors and strengths mean?

I want to offer some suggestions and let you know which products are the best in each category.

1) Toothbrushes

YES!!! Mechanical toothbrushes are better than manual toothbrushes. They do a better job at removing the plaque and stain. The mechanical motion (oscillations) of the tooth brush help in removing the plaque, plus most of them include a timer that ensures you brush for a full two minutes. However, there is not a huge difference between the brands, so use whichever one you prefer. There is one down side to the mechanical toothbrushes and that's the cost.

If cost is an issue, manual toothbrushes can be more than sufficient. The key in buying a regular toothbrush is not the color or number of bristles, it is how SOFT the toothbrush is. The SOFTER the better!!! You can do a tremendous amount of damage to your teeth if you are using a hard toothbrush, so look for extra soft or soft and avoid medium and hard bristles. Also, look for toothbrushes that are either a 30 or 35 head size to be sure you are able to reach the back molars.

2) Toothpaste

Again, there are a tremendous number of toothpastes out on the market. There are different flavors. Some have fluoride; some don't have fluoride. Some have whitening products; some don't. Some toothpastes foam; some don't. Some are for sensitive teeth; some can cause sensitivity. So which toothpaste is right for you?

We get sent thousands of toothpaste samples every year and we have narrowed down what we think are the best toothpastes.

a)ClosSys- It can be a little bit of a challenge to find, but it does a great job keeping plaque and tartar under control. It's active ingredient, Chlorine Dioxide, is amazing at controlling bacteria that cause gingivitis and periodontal disease.

b) Sensodyne Pronamel- This is a fairly new product on the market, but we have seen great results with it. It has similar ingredients as Sensodyne toothpaste, which helps people with sensitive teeth, and the manufacturers have added fluoride to it. This combination helps those with sensitive teeth in two ways. The potassium nitrate ingredient from Sensodyne helps desensitize the nerves, while the fluoride helps clog the nerve tubules. The Sensodyne Pronamel toothpaste also helps combat the acid wear on your teeth, which is caused by sodas, citrus fruits and acid reflux. In addition, Pronamel toothpaste does not contain sodium lauryl sulfate(SLS). SLS is a foaming agent in toothpastes, which can contribute to the increase in canker sores. There is also a children's formulation, but it is not recommended for children under the age of 2.

You are probably wondering why I haven't written about any whitening toothpastes. The reason is due to the fact that most of the whitening toothpastes don't work very well. The toothpastes companies are not allowed by the FDA to put in strong enough concentrations of the whitening product. It is a marketing gimmick aimed at making the consumer buy more expensive toothpaste. The whitening toothpastes usually have a finer pumice type that removes stain but does not actually chemically whiten.

3) Floss- This one is fairly simple: Use the type of floss with which you are the most comfortable. As long as you are using some type of floss system that cleans between your teeth, a dentist/ dental hygienist will be happy. There are different widths, consistencies, flavors, strengths, and the list continues with a whole array of options. It just comes down to which one you prefer and which one works best for you. Remember you only have to floss the teeth you want to keep!

4) Mouthrinses

All mouthrinses are not the same. Most of the mouth rinses just cover bad breath (halitosis) for a short period of time. There are a few on the market that have been shown to be effective in relieving bad breath and also help reduce gingivitis-causing plaque and bacteria. The brands we recommend are Listerine and the ClosSys.

a) Listerine has alcohol and several other essential oils in the bottle, which makes it very difficult for some people to tolerate. For Listerine to work effectively, you must rinse for the entire 30 seconds. For those who suffer from dry mouth problems, avoid the alcohol mouthwashes because they can lead to increase in dryness. If you can tolerate the burn, then Listerine is a great product.

b) ClosSys Mouthrinse- I briefly wrote about ClosSys toothpaste above, so I won't go into detail here. Again, the active ingredient, Chlorine Dioxide, does amazing work in making your mouth healthly and really takes care of bad breath (halitosis) for an extended period. The other great thing about this mouthwash is the fact that there is no alcohol. It is much easier to tolerate than Listerine and there is no burning sensation.

I hope this helps. If you have any questions, please give us a call or contact us through our website, www.FordDentalGroup.com

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