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Oral care, rooted in nature

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Pardon what I’m about so say but dentist fees are absolutely ridiculous and most only care about profit than actually helping their patients. There I said it! But I had too, after 4 kids with ages ranging from 23 to 6 years old I think I’ve learned a...
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My trusted essentials for a healthy smile and fresh breath

A holistic approach to caring for the mouth as a gateway to overall health, blending natural ingredients, mindful daily practices, and preventative care to support fresh breath, strong teeth, and healthy gums.

 
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Get the full power of natural support for strong, healthy teeth with RiseWell. It’s made with hydroxyapatite, the same calcium mineral that makes up the majority of your tooth enamel. This ingredient works by rebuilding and strengthening enamel, fil...
Mineral Toothpaste
 
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Tom’s of Maine is a solid go-to and it won’t wreck your budget. Sure, all-natural everything sounds dreamy, but let’s be real, those price tags can climb fast. It’s perfectly okay to choose something affordable. That’s why I stick with Tom’s of Maine...
Whiten Plus Coconut Oil Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Gentle Mint
 
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I believe that it's important to support small businesses. Especially those that have been inspired to create something because of their own experiences. Kynterra's remineralizing tooth powder was created by a mother who understands the struggles of ...
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The Good Village Apothecary is deeply intentional about sourcing natural ingredients that truly support the body. I admire the depth of her knowledge when it comes to plant based wellness and holistic living. There was a time when people relied on t...
Herbal Tooth Powder w/ Hydroxyapatite

Swish, Swish the stinky breath away

Restore your confidence by neutralizing stinky breath

 
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Clove oil is used for temporary toothache relief. However, there are many other great benefits. Clove oil fights bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease. It's also antibacterial and anti fungal which can erode the enamel on your teeth. I recomme...
EVOKE OCCU Clove Oil for Teeth & Gums
 
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Coconut oil is also anti microbial and anti inflammatory. Swishing the coconut oil in your mouth is a method that's called “oil pulling." Oil pulling removes bacteria and plaque which improves gum health and because there's less bacteria in the mouth...
Organic Coconut Oil, Virgin
 
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I tend say that the traditions of home remedies are dying. It makes me sad that we've become so dependent on artificial, mass produced products. I remember my grandmother would watch us as small children while my mother worked. If I had a mouth sore ... ½  a tsp in warm water and have us rinse with this solution. I remembered how effective it was and how I was able to tolerate it since I was so little. Most importantly, it's a natural disinfectant. We use salt water rinses between brushing. The reason ...
Morton Salt
 
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I have a list of things that I feel are important to always have in the house. At the top of the list is baking soda, also so many things you can do with baking soda that are powerful and gentle. Did you know you can use a sprinkle of baking soda on ...
Pure Baking Soda Box
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When we were little, every so often, my mother would have us rinse our mouths with diluted hydrogen peroxide with a 1:1 ratio. It's important to know that hydrogen peroxide should not be used daily because it's a powerful disinfectant.
US+ Food Grade 3% Hydrogen Peroxide Cleaner

Oral care accountability list

A list of essentials to make sure you're staying on top of your oral care routine

 
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If you're serious about healing your mouth using mostly natural products then I highly recommend to just get mini disposable paper cups. And YES, it is very possible to heal your gums and teeth using all the products I've mentioned previously. As lon...
3oz Paper Cups Disposable Bathroom Cups Great Value(86)
 
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You may as well just get the dispenser. It's annoying to keep having to get them from underneath the sink, and honestly it causes more waste. So just get it. Plus the kids also enjoy using them!
Dixie Disposable Paper Cup Dispenser, 3-5oz
 
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If you have pretty good oral hygiene and the spacing between your teeth are very tight I would recommend the medium Oral B manual toothbrushes.
Shop Oral-B Manual Toothbrush Products
 
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I tend to switch between manual brushing and rechargeable tooth brushes. Honestly, it's just good to have to one, especially if you're rushing in the mornings.
Oral-B
 
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I struggle less to get my kids to brush with electric toothbrushes. They always get such a kick from using it and at this point it's whatever works honestly.
KIDS' ELECTRIC TOOTHBRUSHES
 
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I can not stress enough how important it is to floss. There's absolutely no excuse! And it's pointless to do everything else if you we don't floss. My mother had to get dentures in her mid 50's due to poor oral hygiene. At the time she thought brushi...
Floss
 
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I keep these pouches in my car, purse and office. Whenever I get anxious I use the floss picks to clean my teeth and for some reason it helps with my anxiety. So why not?!
Oral-B Glide Complete Floss Picks, 75 Ct
 
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I don't have braces but I still soft picks to get between the teeth. Because my teeth are so tight there are spots that food likes to get into and the picks are good for when I can't brush.
GUM® SOFT-PICKS® ORIGINAL - Rubber pick for easy and gentle cleaning
 
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These are great too!
GUM® Proxabrush® Go-Betweens® Interdental Brushes
 
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With all the rinsing, brushing and flossing you're going to need a trash can. It's easy to get annoyed when those little things start to pile up on the counter. And while were at it, just get something cute, wink wink.
Vanity Trash Can