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  • TASHMA
    TASHMA Posts: 63 Forumite
    Toothsmith wrote: »
    Mouthwash is generally useless, except in a few specific cases.

    Hi Toothsmith, when my daughter had her braces on she was recommended to use mouthwash by the orthodontist. I still buy it for her now (braces off ). Do you think I should save my money then as I always buy a good brand (£4 ish a bottle). Does it have no benefit at all? Would appreciate your advice.
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,114 Forumite
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    I wouldn't contradict the advice of a dentist who's actually seen your child, and recommended something for a specific reason.

    I would just check how long you were supposed to use it for though.
    How to find a dentist.
    1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
    2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
    3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
    4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
  • bizywizy
    bizywizy Posts: 869 Forumite
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    :eek: now that put a huge smile on my face LOL

    One question. I have a bridge - can I use disclosing tablets. I never have for fear of staining the bridges.
    Eleventh Heaven no 710 - we can all dream
  • poppy_f1
    poppy_f1 Posts: 2,637 Forumite
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    would disclosing tablets stain my crowns, i keep meaning to ask my dentist lol
  • jscalow
    jscalow Posts: 297 Forumite
    after going private 8 years ago I was also told that had been brushing my teeth wrong all my life- I now concentrate more on the gums then the teeth themselves and the difference over 12 months was noticable. circular movements with a good electric brush.
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,114 Forumite
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    Disclosing tablets won't permanently stain anything, apart from your bathroom floorcovering.
    How to find a dentist.
    1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
    2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
    3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
    4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
  • Lorian
    Lorian Posts: 6,424 Forumite
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    Toothsmith wrote: »
    Mouthwash is generally useless, except in a few specific cases.

    I use Chlorhexidine Gluconate (excuse spelling) for a specific reason.
  • bizywizy
    bizywizy Posts: 869 Forumite
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    thanks for the answer as to whether could use them on crowns/bridges.

    havent tried due to wondering so great relief.

    Will remember not to do it on my cream carpet though.
    Eleventh Heaven no 710 - we can all dream
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