Hi Dr. Ellie,I’ve been on your system for almost 3 months. My specific concern is my gums. First question: Is there anything I can do (in addition to your system) to help promote gum health? From rereading your book and… Read More ›
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Expiration dates for Crest & Listerine
Hi again, Dr. Ellie, Hope you are well. As I was putting out a new tube of Crest last night I noticed the tube has an expiration date on the crimp! Who knew?? One of my stash had an expiry… Read More ›
The toothpaste in the protocol
Dear Dr. Ellie,Some patients ask me if the toothpaste in the protocol is very important.Some have their own favorite toothpaste. One patient liked Prevident which we had prescribed to her some time ago.My hygienist has a problem using Crest toothpaste…. Read More ›
What Toothpastes & Mouthwashes?
Dear Dr. Ellie:My dentist (who does recommend Zellies), tells me I have “sluffing” of the mouth walls, and certain toothpastes and mouthwashes exacerbate this condition. What toothpastes/mouthwashes do you recommend that can be used with this condition?Thanks for your response!JWDear… Read More ›
Too Much Cleaning Causing Tooth Sensitivity?
Dr. Ellie, I have been using your system for about 3 months and am very pleased. I consume about 8 grams of xylitol a day using your granular and mint forms. I do the complete system three times a day,… Read More ›
Cavity on the Other Side of the World
Dear Dr. Ellie: I am an American teacher in Wuhan, China. About two days before flying to China, I discovered that I had a hole in one of my teeth towards the back of my mouth (on the bottom). Not… Read More ›
Toothpaste with Xylitol
Dear Dr. Ellie: I have just bought toothpaste with xylitol, but it’s the last ingredient. Do you think it is enough. It is called Biotene (for dry mouth). Can you recommend another toothpaste that I can buy here in Calgary,… Read More ›
Alcohol in Listerine
Hi Dr. Ellie: If someone couldn’t use Listerine because of the alcohol content could they still use Closys, Crest, and Act and still get any benefits or should they not bother? Thanks for your help. RC Hi RC, There is… Read More ›
Granular Xylitol
Dear Dr. Ellie: Instead of buying the mints and gum, could I just take 2 teaspoons of the granular xylitol each day? For a family of 8, this would be much more cost efficient. -KS Dear KS: Research by University… Read More ›
Cold and Canker Sores
Dear Dr. Ellie: I have a question about a spot on my lip. I have been sick with a cold then a sinus infection. I went to my doctor and was given a prescription for Amoxicillin 875mg for my sinus… Read More ›