Overview The dentist’s mantra is to “brush and floss” but is flossing useful or could other protocols keep teeth cleaner and healthier? Flossing has devotees who trust it is the only way to oral health, but where did their emphatic… Read More ›
Mouth Acidity
Zellies Xylitol Guidebook: How to Use Xylitol for Ultimate Oral Health
Ultimate Oral Health is just around the corner… The pathway to ultimate oral health is not a mystery. It comes down to knowing why dental problems occur (it’s not as complex as you may think) and the easy things you… Read More ›
The Fluoride Debate: Why xylitol is a better ally when it comes to preventing cavities
In the US we have an epidemic of cavities in children’s teeth, but the facts are that fluoride has no power to prevent cavities. Cavities are caused by bacteria that erode holes in teeth, and fluoride does nothing to help… Read More ›
Questions about Dr. Ellie’s Mouth care system
Dear Dr. Ellie: I’m currently using your recommended mouth care system and reading your book. There are a few questions I would like to ask you: 1. I know you don’t recommend using store brand of the named brand mouth… Read More ›
Sensitivity After Tooth Contouring
Dr. Ellie, I’ve been following your recommended system and using Zellies products since June of this year and have been very happy with the results so far. I had some sensitivity in a couple of bottom teeth that were chipped,… Read More ›
Teen with Tooth Problems
Dear Dr Ellie: Hello, I’ve just came across your blog and was intrigued with your information. I am a 19 year old young man who has had many tooth problems, I have used Xylitol (B-fresh brand and Xlear brand) for… 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 ›
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 ›
CWT System Questions
Dear Dr. Ellie:First, thanks for being there and for answering questions. I just got my order yesterday Closys and Zellies mints. How important is using the Listerine and the ACT neither of which I now have?Many thanks,TH Hi TH, My… Read More ›
Is it working?
Dear Dr. Ellie, I have been chewing Xylitol gum for about 2 months after finding your website. However, I’m not sure if I had the recommended 6.5 grams or more each day. If I only had about 4-5 grams a… Read More ›