Anyone have mouth issues? trouble with your teeth? Lots of cavities, gingivitis, general sensitivity...the list goes on.

If so what do u find is the best way to solve these probs?

Keeping the dentist busy.

Well... if I had the money... I'd have them all pulled. However... I rinse my mouth with peroxide every so often.. it helps keep infections down. I need to get in to the dentist soon..

Is peroxide better then the typical mouth wash?

it is if you have sores in your mouth.. doctors even suggest gargling with it, if you have strep.

Sorry, Casper, my post was waaaaay to short!

I mean, I go in every few months for cleanings, periodontal. Ouch.
I floss every night, no matter what, and wrap the floss around each tooth and scrub.
If your teeth are sensitive, one cause is the recessed gums and the nerves are exposed. Another good reason for frequent dental visits.
Alcohol-based mouthwashes can be harsh on the tissues and teeth.

peroxide is good for cuts or whitening. otherwise brush and floss. gingivitis can lead to more serious medical probs such as heart disease, stroke etc. I skipped the dentist for 13 years recently. when my fear of tooth problems overtook my fear of dental pain, i found a good sedation dentist. turned out i only had three cavaties and opted for the nitros gas. nothing like chilling in a comfy chair istening to old 70's songs while staring at a ceiling mounted world map.

I'll keep my mouth shut, ok y'all?! :cool:

I do floss, def not as much as i should but still. I recently bought one of those water pics that was suggested to me. just doesn't seem like its getting better and that worries the sh@#t out of me!

No, Casper, I don't.

But I used to. At least, I used to have sensitivity issues. Then I started brushing with an extra soft toothbrush and Tom's of Maine toothpaste (baking soda). I have not had ANY issues since. The dentist is always floored when he cleans my teeth that I don't have more plaque. I'm a BIG fan of Tom's of Maine toothpaste. It's WAY better than the regular stuff.

Do u really think the Toms is that much better? What is in it that is so good? The baking soda or something else?

white bumps on the end of your toungue, or the sides, is vitmin b deficiency.
......B complex will take it out in 20 minutes.

warm salt water is soothing, and peroxide boils out any infections..
...but remember.

spit, don't swallow!

I went through a bout of "start of gum disease complete with prescription mouthwash and three month cleanings instead of the usual six (my insurance paid). All this with no change in my daily hygiene of brushing and flossing.

During this time, a severe sinus infection made itself noticed and I was given, what was then, one of the new super antibiotics. I suspect I had been harboring a low grade infection for some time because when it cleared, I couldn't believe how well I felt.

At my next dental appointment, the hygenist kept remarking on the miraculous improvement of my gums and questioning me about what I had been doing differently. The only variable that had changed was clearing up a sinus infection.

That was several years ago and my gum disease has not returned.

Thoughts from a former dental assistant-

1-Peroxide is pretty harsh, especially undiluted. It can destroy healthy tissue along with diseased.

2-A lot of the meds we take can cause dry mouth, which is a huge cause of cavities, especially if the gums have receded and root surface is exposed, because the root surface is much softer than enamel. Fluoride toothpaste, especially prescription toothpaste with a higher fluoride content, can help with both sensitivity and decay.

Periodontal disease, once it has progressed beyond gingivitis, is irreversible. It can be managed, but not cured.

My gums are puffy, not exactly recedding. I just worry bc I am young and I feel like it should not be this way.

Am i bed offer with an ACT flouride wash or a listerine or crest or???

You are right that your gums shouldn't be that way. Red, puffy gums usually means gingivitis. Mouthwash doesn't really do much for that, because it doesn't get into the areas where the bacteria are doing their damage. Mechanical removal of plaque is the only thing that really works. This is why:

As bacteria reproduce through cell division, colonies form. The waste materials from the colonies, food, and the bacteria itself form plaque. If that plaque is allowed to stay put for more than 24 hours, it hardens, forming calculus, which causes gingivitis and periodontitus. Cavities are caused by a different sort of bacteria that thrives on sugar and carbohydrates. Soda- even diet soda, is acidic, and can make decay issues much worse.

Getting your teeth cleaned on a regular basis will solve the gingivitis issue, and consistent brushing and flossing will prevent it's return. Sonicare toothbrushes are really helpful, because they not only do a good job, but they run on a timer so you spend more than like, ten seconds brushing your teeth. Flossing is a pain- I like the Hummingbird flosser- but once you get into the habit of it, it really can make a huge difference.