Dear Dr. Ellie: I just looked on the toothpaste I am currently using and discovered it has sorbitol in it. Should I discontinue using it? Thanks!K K: The only toothpaste I recommend is Crest Cavity Protection toothpaste ( for a… Read More ›
Dental Products:Toothpaste
Zellies sugar
Hello Dr. Ellie, I just recently ran out of zylitol toothpaste and waiting for my order to arrive. Can you tell me if it is okay to brush my teeth with the zylitol sugar. Sounds a little weird, but I… Read More ›
Mouth Care questions
Dear Dr.Phillips: I just read your book and am excited about the prospect of trying the program. There are a number of mouthwashes whose ingrediants are identical to Listerine (such as the Walmart brand) which bears the ADA seal of approval. May those be… Read More ›
Sorbitol and Teeth
Dr. Ellie, In your book “Kiss Your Dentist Goodbye”, you recommend Crest regular toothpaste for its sodium fluoride. When checking the ingredients, it looks like Sorbitol is the number one ingredient. I thought Sorbitol is not good for your teeth,… Read More ›
Do Enamel Strengthening Rinses Work?
Dear Dr. Ellie: With respect to currently popular “Enamel Strengthening” Rinses, why do they use alcohol if it lowers the pH that much? Is that purpose outweighed by the increased acidity? When reading about your take on toothpaste, it seems… Read More ›
Toothpaste Choices
Dear Dr. Ellie:I would like to start using your complete mouth care system. My question is can I use Aim toothpaste instead of the Crest. I have always liked Aim better. I only use the regular old Aim, not the… Read More ›
Crest Orignial Toothpaste Vs. Gel
Dear Dr. Ellie: Hi, If I get the Crest toothpaste you recommend can I get the gel if I don’t like the paste or will that ruin the complete mouth care system. Also, if I already have healthy teeth could… Read More ›
Toddlers Teeth and Xylitol
Dear Dr. Ellie: Hello My 18 month old son has white spots across the top of his teeth near his gums. We brush every day. He still nurses a lot at night I’m wanting to prevent cavities. I’m a little… Read More ›
Triclosan
Dear Dr. Ellie: I am just curious why you do not mention triclosan; other sources tout it. NW Dear NW, This is a very important question and I have been trying to sound the alarm bell for years. Triclosan was… Read More ›
Product Alert
PRODUCT ALERT! Here is some important information about some products we sell as part of the Zellie’s Complete Mouth Care System: THE CLOSYS BOTTLE MAY LEAKBefore you pack for your summer vacation, please know that the Closys Bottle in all… Read More ›