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Dear sir/mam, i want to know how long anyone should continue to use mouthwash.or i can use it on daily basis like brushing of teeth. Please do suggest any paste and mouthwash for yellow teeth. Thanks

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You can continue using a mouthwash on a daily basis, rinse well with the mouthwash after meals and brush twice a day with an extra soft toothbrush and a toothpaste. The yellow in the teeth isn’t going ...  Read More

1. Which mouthwash is good for using on daily basis after brushing during nights? 2. Eating what type of foods helps in maintaining good teeth and gums? Does chewing laung (indian spice) helps in keeping good gums?

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1.Freshclor mouth was from group pharma can be used undiluted ,no water to be added,use twice daily 2.Avoid non sticky and fast food,have fruits and salads in diets,Laung is good for tooth ache and g ...  Read More

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Should I use mouthwash daily or on alternative days as I heard that it can stain teeth and which mouthwash is best. Thanks

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Dont use mouthwash on regular basis...all are same...do warm water with salt rinses ...  Read More

Hi Good evening doctors. When I use this mouthwash on first time at today evening my mouth is getting burning while using this mouthwash? How to use this mouthwash? Also mouth wash good for White coating in tongue???

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Dilute and use it. ...  Read More

Respected sir or mam plz can u tell me can any normal person can take a limcee tablets. Courses for a 15 days it doesn't not harm it na after taking a limcee tablets and plz also tell me which mouthwash is good for using a long term used as I consult with my dental dentist doctor for a routine check up they check and tell me very good and it very

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Continuing mouthwash for long term is not recommended. All mouth wash with longer duration use causes staining sooner or later. And if you brush your teeth regularly every night there is no need to us ...  Read More

I am unable to brush my teeth regularly because I feel laziness. Is mouthwash a good alternative to brush my teeth if I am unable to brush my teeth regularly?

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Brushing manually is the best method along with flossing. Electric brushes are available and water flosser also effective of regular dental flosses. ...  Read More

Can u tell me which mouthwash is good for keeping a healthy teeth and gum i want to use it for a long term also plz tell me can I use a mouthwash in a night and after that I will take a 2 days gap and than again I can use this will not make your teeth stained and dirty na

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You can use lukewarm water with salt to gargle sometimes. Use mouthwash that contains cetylpyridinium chloride instead of chlorhexidine. ...  Read More

Respected sir I want to know it something about using mouthwash and toothpaste can I use alternate toothpaste in a day while doing a brushing in morning can I use babool toothpastes and in night while after eating dinner while doing a brushing can I use thermoseal ra toothpaste in night I don't have any sensetivity isue while in night to. Maintain

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Respected sir I have gone through your query. As you have stated when there is no teeth sensitivity you need not use Thermoseal toothpaste. Warm water with salt can be used for gargling at anytime of ...  Read More

Actual I am going through the RCT treatment for my decay tooth ,so what is best mouthwash for oral hygiene pls anyone suggest me...

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Any mouthwash is just fine. Chlorhexidine is a must ingredient though. Do take a well known product though like Listerine ...  Read More

Plz tell me i went to. My dentist for an routine check up. They told me to use chloex ads mouthwash every day it is good for all mouth hygiene and also help in gums problem so just yesterday I done my scaling plz tell me some best mouthwash even which we can use everyday which will not cause any staining in our mouth and good for gums also.. So chl

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Chlohex mouthwash is good. You can use it for 15 days after scaling but dont use it daily afterwards as it may cause staining of teeth. Use warm saline gargles for daily basis mouthrinsing. ...  Read More

My baby 1.8 years old. Still not started brushing daily..can we start it. If so what is the paste and brush we can use for him. How to start it

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Orochamp toothpaste is fine. You need to start brushing daily ...  Read More

I notice bleeding sometime while brushing the teeth Please suggest what to do .also there is white lines near my some teeth and also my gums pain sometimes

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Hello According to whatever you mentioned, it looks like gingivitis Please visit the dentist for the scaling that is cleaning of the teeth ...  Read More

I had re rct done for tooth twice in 2 years- despite this i feel mild sensitivity in different areas of my teeth- can't pinpoint at one.. my teeth are also brittle and thin because of grinding over years Please suggest me the right toothpaste for my teeth- I wearing night guard since two days.. If you could suggest toothbrush and mouthwash as w

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Hi, You can use a soft bristle toothbrush with sensodyne repair and protect tooth paste and Clorox ADS mouthwash. Consult a dentist and learn the brushing technique suitable for you. Keep in mind that ...  Read More

Hi My kid is 3 years old and not at all brushing her teeth even she is seeing us brushing also everyday she will cry not to brush what to do

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Avoid force: Forcing a child can create a negative association with brushing and make it harder in the long run. * Be patient: It might take time and persistence to change their resistance. * Consis ...  Read More

My daughter is one year old. How to introduce brushing? What tooth paste is best for brushing?? Any other oral care has to be done? She has 6 teeth currently.

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Small soft bristled toothbrush should be used which are specifically designed for the babies. Toothpaste initially upto 2 years is not necessary you can use simple water on toothbrush. Brush twice a d ...  Read More

Lately I have been making a mess when I brush. I don't seem to brush carefully to not let toothpaste fall on my shirt and hence make a mess. My whole habits have changed. Spilling curry on shirt while eating for example. And when I am in this careless state I generally get sort of dull pressure in my head forehead and temples. I also cannot enjoy a

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-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as - -Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Tr ...  Read More

While brushing, my toothbrush slipped and hit my gum, causing a small tiny amount of pus to form there. It's been two days, and I've tried to heal it with saltwater rinses, but it hasn't improved. Here i have attached the photo

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Its ulcer apply gel Avoid spicy hot food ...  Read More

Can I use mouthwash to treat a mouth bump?

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Mouthwash can help reduce bacteria and soothe the area around a mouth bump, but it’s not a cure for the bump itself. If the bump is caused by an infection or inflammation, you might need a specific tr ...  Read More

Hi, can I use a silicone finger brush for a toddler of 22 months old. Thank-you Amritha Shetty....

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Hi, Yes, you can use a silicone finger brush. ...  Read More

Hi, can I use silicone finger brushes for brushing a two year olds teeth? And what toothpaste can I use? Thank you.

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U can use pedo tooth brush with kids tooth paste which contain fluoride to avoid cavities,but care should be taken to avoid swallowing of excessive tooth paste. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, As a dentist when will you suggest to brush with toothpaste for kids - Is it immediately after the 1st tooth ( even if the baby is 10 months old)? And suggest a toothpaste for kids?

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Hello! As soon as the first tooth appears,brush with a soft silicon toothbrush and water or use sterile soft wet cloth to wipe over the surfaces of teeth and gums, twice daily early morning and befor ...  Read More

Are the mouthwashes locally available in the market like Listerine and sensodyne acidic in nature? If yes then won't they cause more cavities instead of suppressing them?

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Fluoritop is anticavity mouthwash. It contains Fluoride it prevents cavity ...  Read More

Hi doctor. I have done scaling for my teeth and also removed one decyaed tooth. But now I need best mouthwasher to protect my teeth Please advice also how to protect further decay on remaining teeth

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Fluritop is the best mouth washer. It prevent further decay ...  Read More

Dr My baby boy is 14 months old which toothpaste should he start using and what quantity? As of now not using any toothpaste just plain brushing Thank you

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Colgate Pea size ...  Read More

My baby is 13 months old I was using finger brushing for her .my doctor told to start paste now.i gave doubt tat wat if she swallow the paste is it fine?she is not spitting it .so is it fine to start paste for her

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There are fluoride free baby toothpastes available which she can use ...  Read More

Hi. I underwent surgical extraction of all 4 impacted wisdom teeth one month back. My healing was slow as all 4 were badly impacted and surgery was complicated. Apart from medications I was given Clohex Heal Mouthwash to use for 1 month. Now after a month I am much better and healed very well. However, I am noticing slight staining in my teeth. I

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Don't use chlorhexidine solution for more than a month. However Chlorhexidine SRS solution can be used over a month. ...  Read More

While brushing my relative hit the inner mouth 3 month ago and it healed. Now there is a bump type there. Age 65. I am attaching pictures kindly guide is this normal wound or need further treatment

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Hi Is there any history of smoking or tobacco chewing? Is there any pain associated with swelling. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, When to start brushing for kids with toothpaste? Can I brush my kids teeth during bath that to 2 times a day (Is toothpaste required both times)? Until now I didn't use any toothpaste for my 21 months boy. Because babies dont know how to spit. I simply brushing his teeth with silicon brush without any toothpaste. Can you suggest any

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Hello, can use Cheerio oral gel for children. Brush twice daily. ...  Read More

How many times we should brush our teeth and how? I have gap in molar teeth and one molar tooth has cavities and can't eat from it

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If you want to save your tooth go for xray to see the depth of infection. Brush your teeth twice daily. ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I have crown on my molar and pre molar teeth. Last night due to hard brush gums near crowned teeth developed swelling. Can I take podocef 200 , to treat swelling. Or any other medicine pls suggest

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Please go and show yourself to a dentist. Do not take any antibiotic yourself please ...  Read More

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