Dear Dr. Ellie: Thank you soo much for your practical advice. After having near perfect teeth till my forties, it seems like they have been going steadily down hill for the last 20 years–till I started your program 6 months… Read More ›
Plaque
pH Strips
Hi, Ellie-Why is it that when I use the pH strips to test (1) water with baking soda it immediately turns dark blue, (2) water with vinegar it immediately turns yellow, but (3) water with granulated xylitol is in the… Read More ›
Xylitol and Intestinal Flora
Hi Ellie, I was told by my acupuncturist that since Xylitol kills bacteria, it kills beneficial bacteria in the intestine as well. Is this true? Thank you so much, DP Hi Diane, Xylitol has been used for over a hundred… Read More ›
Yucky Listerine
Hello Dr. Ellie, Is it o.k. if I use the Act mouthwash morning and evening after brushing with Crest anticavity and do eat between 12-20 xylitol mints daily….. without the Listerine….. I find that my mouth is better when I… Read More ›
Conversation: Dr. Ellie and a Blog Reader
NOTE: Below is a Conversation between Dr. Ellie and a Blog reader. Dr. Ellie’s responses are in Blue: Dear Dr. Ellie, While I have read your blog extensively, I have a few questions still and would appreciate any more tips… Read More ›
Crest Tarter Control Toothpaste
Hi Dr. Ellie, I think your ideas on dental health sound like good common sense. If it doesn’t hurt your program I would like to stick to crest tarter control toothpaste. Without it I need four cleanings a year. I… Read More ›
Closys to Substitute Listerine?
Dear Dr. Ellie: If Closys is an antibacterial rinse, why doesn’t your system use it before and after brushing, instead of using Listerine?VW Dear VW This is a long answer but you asked the question! Not all antibacterial products work… Read More ›
