Dr Ellie, I’ve been on your program for almost 2 years and have had success with remineralizing a cavity. Yesterday, the dentist noticed a small hole, (not a cavity) in a tooth about 1mm in size. He’s not sure of… Read More ›
Cavities and what to do about it: Remineralization
ACT Rinse
Dr. EllieIs it safe to use ACT morning & night when the directions recommend daily? ThanksS Hi S, Thanks for you question. My kids were rinsing twice a day with ACT since they were 6 and I have used it… Read More ›
I wish I’d heard about you 6 months ago!
Dear Dr. Ellie,I wish SO BADLY that I’d heard about you and your products six months ago, I am nearly in tears. I have been reading through the questions from breastfeeding mothers unfortunately I have the same problem. I nurse… Read More ›
Healing Cavities
Hi Dr. Ellie! Thank you so much for your great information about remineralizing cavities. It’s wonderful to see dentists who try to empower their patients to let their bodies heal themselves. I have several questions for you. My questions concern… Read More ›
Using Xylitol-Water
Hi Dr. Phillips,Just a quick question on your posting on Hygiene town. In regards to putting Xylitol in a bottle of water, how much do you recommend? I hadn’t thought of this but it is a great way to get… Read More ›
Can I heal a cracked tooth?
Hi Dr Ellie, Is it possible to remineralize a crack in a tooth using your protocol? Thanks! V Dear V: It is possible to heal a cracked tooth but it does depend on the kind of crack etc.so you really… Read More ›
Holistic way to improve dental health
Dear Dr. Ellie: It’s so nice to find a holistic way to improve my dental health and xylitol even aids calcium absorption for bone health. I was plagued by tooth demineralization my dentist didn’t warn me about acidic mouth rinses… Read More ›
How Much Xylitol?
Hi Dr. Ellie, I was at Whole Foods today and purchased 100% Pure Natural Xylitol Sweetener. Will this be okay to use through out the day after meals? Do you any suggestions of how I could use it? Thanks again for… Read More ›
Grateful for Dr. Ellie’s Info!
Hello Dr. Ellie, I have been a dental hygienist for over 15 years and I have struggled with recurrent decay myself. (Thanks for the information about sorbitol in sugarless gum). Well, I am grateful I found your blog. I have been… Read More ›
Sugar is not "bad" for teeth
Hi Dr. Ellie, I am a healthy 32 yr old male. I recently discovered white spots of demineralization on my teeth. My diet doesn’t consist of a lot of sugars, but I believe they are from the acid in diet… Read More ›