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Oral Care for the Impatient and Underfunded
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items We all want the kind of smile that suggests excellent genetics, impeccable self-care, and regular dental visits. Since we can't control all of those things, these are the products I actually use to keep my teeth clean, bright, and presentable without...
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Clean
Freshen
Protect
Whiten
These products help brighten your smile and erase some of the evidence of your coffee/red wine habit…
The gold standard for a reason - easily accessible, cheaper than the Opalesence.
Crest 3D Whitestrips 1-Hour Express At-home Teeth Whitening Kit - 10 Treatments: Contains Hydrogen Peroxide, PVP Material
Zero sensitivity, I use them once a week. Cheaper from my dentist!
Opalescence Go 15% H2O2 Whitening Kit - 10
Clean
The unglamorous workhorses of oral care. They may not be exciting, but neither are cavities, root canals, or lying to your hygienist about how often you floss.
I bought this as a replacement when my more-expensive-brand toothbrush died…and I will never go back. So much better, no charging (runs on a AA battery), and replacement heads are cheaper. The best of the best.
quip Electric Toothbrush with Timer and Travel Cap
I've not found a sensitive toothpaste that does whitening well. This has Scope for fresh breath PLUS whitening, its been the go-to for…a very long time.
Crest + Scope Outlast Complete Whitening Toothpaste - 5.4oz
I hate flossing, so this definitely makes me a little more likely to floss. The tape is the big difference, so I don't feel like its ‘sharp’ if that makes sense.
DenTek Comfort Clean Floss Picks for Sensitive Gums - 150ct: Nylon, 5.88 Inches, Mint Flavor
Once you see what comes off your tongue with this, you will NEVER go back. The metal ones work better than the plastic, plus better for the environment.
Mouthology Singled Handle Tongue Scraper - 2pk: Stainless Steel, Oral Care Accessory
Freshen
I take Adderall so my mouth feels like the Mojave Desert on the regular…even before I've had an unhealthy quantity of coffee.
I love this stuff, using it at night keeps my mouth from feeling cavelike.
TheraBreath Anticavity Fluoride Mouthwash - Sparkle Mint
I love these stupid things. Yes its plastic waste and I feel bad about it, but this is amazing for a quick breath refresh so I can see my afternoon patients without offending them with lunch breath.
Colgate Max Fresh Wisp Disposable Travel Toothbrushes - Mini - Peppermint - Trial Size -24ct
I'm admittedly pissed when I don't have these in my bag and have to use regular/subpar mints or gum instead.
ACT Dry Mouth Lozenges with Xylitol, Soothing Mint
I feel like sugar-free should be the standard, so its not actively rotting my teeth?
Biotene Dry Mouth Lozenges for Fresh Breath, Refreshing Mint, 27 CT
Lots of flavors, and made with Xylitol.
Pur Gum Peppermint Bag - 2.72oz
Xylitol for the anti-bacterial, and mint for the fresh.
Zellie's Cool Mint Xylitol Dental Mints - 250ct
Protect
Whitening is fun until your teeth start sending strongly worded complaints. These products help with sensitivity and may even cut back on dentist expenses.
Do I think its magic? No…but I'm willing to try it.
Boka Ela Mint- Fluoride Free- Nano Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste - 3.4oz: Non-Toxic, Peppermint, 1 Count
I use this after I do the whitening strips to ease up on the post-whitening sensitivity.
Sensodyne Whitening Repair and Protect Toothpaste - 3.4oz/2pk