Dear Dr. Ellie:I have a problem that is causing me great anxiety. I am 51 years old and have extremely dry mouth. I have gone sought medical help but they are at a loss at this moment as to why…. Read More ›
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White Spots on Teeth
Dear Dr. Ellie: Hello. I’m 42 and 4 months ago got my braces off for the second time. (I had them as a teenager). While I had my braces I used ACT rinse, but after I got them off switched… Read More ›
Chalky White Spots
Dear Dr. Ellie, Will your system help a 15 year old chalky spots on teeth from (as the orthodinist says) not brushing well over several months when the braces were on? The braces were just removed because orthadontist said the… Read More ›
Retainers
Dear Dr. Ellie, I am confused how to implement your program with my full-time essix retainers (except for eating). I imagine the retainers, if not cleaned properly, will just trap bacteria inside as well as prevent xylitol from reaching their… Read More ›
Brsuhing, Retainers and the System
Hi Dr. Ellie, I found your website very informative and fascinating. I have followed your system exactly (with toothpaste, rinses, and xylitol) for the past 2 weeks and I noticed that my mouth is definitely fresher (and cleaner!). I can’t… Read More ›