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kzm007
05-08-2009, 03:17 PM
Is one better than the other?

I've heard that the powder gives a more thorough cleaning, and I think(?) it's SLS-free? I'm looking for something that's not going to spoil my breakfast, since I usually eat right after I brush and then brush again...crazy :P

Dental-folk or those with teeth :D your thoughts?
Bruzee
05-08-2009, 04:16 PM
Hmmmmm.... One of the weirder threads I've seen. Sorry can't help.
kzm007
05-08-2009, 04:54 PM
lol i promise I'm not crazy :ss I'm just here to clean the cells.
ThePict
05-08-2009, 05:59 PM
Whatever you use do be careful of overbrushing. Teeth were not designed to have powders or pastes rubbed against them and it is possible to wear the enamel by brushing to often or using a hard bristle.
My wife learned this the hard (read expensive) way.
akakirby
05-08-2009, 06:01 PM
I have never even heard of tooth powder....of to google i go!
theonlybear4CORT
05-08-2009, 06:58 PM
Who brushes?
M1903A1
05-08-2009, 07:41 PM
Tooth powder is so...1928.


Whatever you use do be careful of overbrushing. Teeth were not designed to have powders or pastes rubbed against them and it is possible to wear the enamel by brushing to often or using a hard bristle.

:tpd: Especially true if you have gum recession and part of the root is exposed. I have some issues with that now as a result.
kaelaria
05-08-2009, 08:26 PM
Tooth powder, straight razors and outhouses, baby! Oh yeah!!
skullnrose
05-08-2009, 09:19 PM
Smart Mouth toothpaste and mouthwash
ucla695
05-09-2009, 10:01 AM
This is the first I've heard of tooth powder too. I say stick with toothpaste and floss.
mosesbotbol
05-09-2009, 08:28 PM
Baking Soda and Peroxide really gets teeth white.
kzm007
05-22-2009, 04:42 AM
I don't have any soda at the moment, but I think I'll try a few drops of peroxide at least, along with the Crest or whatever it is downstairs...all tastes bad to me afterwards...except for Aquafresh. That's spearmint I think.

Thanks all, belated but sincere.
kelmac07
05-22-2009, 07:09 AM
Tooth powder?? What the F*&#???
tobii3
05-22-2009, 07:59 AM
Ya gotta remember, kelmac (1SG) was in the Army for a loooooong time...

http://www.diamondvues.com/archives/Efferdent.jpg


:r
Volt
05-22-2009, 08:27 AM
Hmmmmm.... One of the weirder threads I've seen. Sorry can't help.

Just about as strange as the shaving thread.....

what ever makes the day interesting
ahc4353
05-22-2009, 08:28 AM
Just about as strange as the shaving thread.....

what ever makes the day interesting

With your wood ones don't you just use sandpaper? :hm
Volt
05-22-2009, 08:31 AM
With your wood ones don't you just use sandpaper? :hm

Just asking, but who is older than me?....... :r
Skywalker
05-22-2009, 08:34 AM
This would have made a great poll!!!:r

Toothpaste
Tooth powder
Mouth wash
Soft Bristle
Hard Bristle
Denture Care
Lucky_Hippo
05-22-2009, 09:16 AM
Baking Soda and Peroxide really gets teeth white.


I know a fella in his 50's that has never used anything other than baking soda and water. His teeth are actually a light grey now.

:confused:
ahc4353
05-22-2009, 09:28 AM
And the best brush ever made to go with whatever kind of paste you choose.

http://www.ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/radius2.jpg

Radius brand. Friggin awesome! You will never use "regular" brush again.
MadAl
05-22-2009, 10:05 AM
Whatever you use do be careful of overbrushing. Teeth were not designed to have powders or pastes rubbed against them and it is possible to wear the enamel by brushing to often or using a hard bristle.
My wife learned this the hard (read expensive) way.

My sentiments exactly, not only teeth but injury to gums as well. My dentist recommends brushing twice a day, before bed and upon rising. It's about bacteria that form while your mouth is closed and saliva production is at a minimum.
ActionAndy
05-22-2009, 10:16 AM
And the best brush ever made to go with whatever kind of paste you choose.

http://www.ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/radius2.jpg

Radius brand. Friggin awesome! You will never use "regular" brush again.

YES. I used these all through college and I remember the Dentist's Assistant raving about how perfectly clean my teeth were. Seriously she wouldn't shut up I was wondering if she was going to follow me to my car or pick through my trash. I had to chuck it because it got worn out, and can't find a new one anywhere.