Are you asking, "Which products should I buy?" The answer is important because many products look similar on shelves but are not interchangeable within my Complete Mouth Care System. Different versions may contain different ingredients and formulations. Many people assume that if a product says "CloSYS," "Listerine," or "ACT," any

Shopping The Correct Products

One of the most common questions I receive is: "How long will it take before I see results?" The answer depends on your current oral health, your consistency, your overall health, and how long you've been dealing with oral health problems. But there is a general pattern that many people

A Realistic Healing Timeline

Mouth Resting. Mouth resting is exactly what it sounds like. It means allowing your mouth to rest between meals and snacks by avoiding food, drinks, and unnecessary stimulation. During this resting period, your saliva is able to do the work it was designed to do: Neutralize harmful acids Deliver minerals

Mouth Resting: The Missing Piece of Oral Health

Moms often don’t have enough time to consider the importance of their oral health - and sadly dental health can rapidly deteriorate at this stage in life. Today we know gum disease can lead to inflammation in the body and periodontal bacteria can even impact a woman’s ability to conceive.

Moms Oral Health Matters

QUESTION: If I add granular xylitol to my beverages, will I get the same benefits as from Zellie’s mints?ANSWER:When you add xylitol crystals to beverages, you miss out on many of the oral health benefits. While you can certainly use granular xylitol in many ways to benefit oral health, it

Ask Dr. Ellie: Granular Xylitol

Mouth health affects whole body health and poor general health is reflected in the mouth. For centuries, many cultures have assessed health by the condition of a patient’s tongue. People with healthy mouths and healthy digestive health have tongues with no coating and which are a pink color – even

Tongue Scraping

Dental health across the globe is an enormous problem. Despite the tireless work of dental professionals, almost every population in the world has overwhelming oral health concerns. Dentists help patients by extracting teeth and providing restorative care, but our current approach to prevention needs to be updated and become more

World Oral Health

QUESTION: I’m 40 and considering Invisalign braces. 15 months on all day. Then a lifetime of nighttime. Is this manageable, or will they block saliva’s access to the teeth? ANSWER: Invisalign, like braces, are appliances to move teeth, usually to improve a smile or straighten crooked teeth. Teeth are pushed

Ask Dr. Ellie: Will Invisalign Damage My Oral Health?

Question:  Is oil pulling safe? Answer: Oil Pulling is an Ayurvedic method for cleaning the mouth that is said to have originated in India over 2,000 years ago. A mouthful of oil, usually sesame or coconut oil, is swished for 15-20 minutes before spitting out. In 2008 a Naturopathic doctor,

Is Oil Pulling Safe?

Question: Is it safe to use a water flosser? -JoAnn Hi JoAnn – Thank you so much for asking such a good question. First of all, I’d like to explain that I have never suggested anyone should floss or use a water-flossing device to improve their mouth health. Dentistry has

Q&A with Dr. Ellie: Water Flossing

In the United States, 40% of adults between ages 20 and 50 report sensitive teeth. If you Google “tooth sensitivity” you will find a laundry list of top selling toothpastes to cover up your pain, but they won’t solve the underlying problem. In fact, Glaxo Smith Klein (GSK), the makers

Tooth Sensitivity CAN Reverse and Disappear

Halloween can be a lot of fun for children as they dress up in costume and run from house to house. But responsible parents are often concerned about this candy-centered event, seeing it as an open invitation for cavities and toothache. Over my career I’ve witnessed dental professionals wagging witch-like

What Happens To Your Teeth When You Eat Candy?

This is the question that all conscientious, science-based dental patients should be asking. The problem is many people feel guilt about missing a scheduled visit or fear something bad will happen - just because they don’t show up! Let’s get past irrational emotions and if necessary blame Claude C. Hopkins

To Go or Not To Go: Do you return for your routine 6-month dental appointment or not?

Are you feeling comfortable going back to your dentist? COVID-19 advice suggests masks limit the spread of droplet infection as we talk, sing or cough. In dental offices, droplets splatter in the air as teeth are drilled or cleaned with ultra sonic sprays. Bacteria and debris travel at speeds up

Splatter Matters: Going to the Dentist During the Coronavirus Pandemic

It’s easy to think teeth are a row of pebbles stuck in our jawbone – but this is far from the truth! Teeth have a blood and lymph supply connected to our body’s main circulation. Liquids and cells travel through channels inside the tooth, keeping it hydrated and supplying minerals

Your Teeth Are Alive!

Whitening & sensitivity toothpastes are top profit-generators for the oral-care industry.Artificial whitening pulls minerals from tooth enamel. Whitening products cause sensitivity & although sensitivity pastes might seem like a solution, they only mask the symptoms. These pastes do not address the cause of the ongoing problem - they just cover

Whitening, Sensitivity and The Easy Solutions!

Every year in the United States 52 MILLION school hours are lost because children have cavities. TWO out of THREE adults have dental disease and we know many of these oral health problems impact systemic body health by exacerbating chronic inflammatory health conditions that may lead to heart attacks, stroke,

Time to take a new approach to oral health care

In this first episode of the Oral Health Matters Podcast, Dr. Ellie explores what it means to have a healthy mouth and why oral health is important. You'll learn: What habits are making your mouth unhealthy? How to be empowered when you go to the dentist. What the mouth "ecosystem"

Why Oral Health Is Important

I originally did this interview with Howard Farran back in early January 2017. Reposting for those who may have missed it!

Interview with Howard Farran: The Benefits of Xylitol

Recently I spoke with Patrick Timpone on his One Radio Network radio show about everything oral health. I was originally scheduled for a 1-hour interview, but that turned into a 2+ hour interview and then another 2-hour follow-up interview! I really enjoyed speaking with Patrick! We covered so much and

On The Air with Patrick Timpone

Our oral health is at risk every time we travel. In this short video, I offer strategies that can help you to protect your teeth and gums while you travel.

Your Teeth and Travel

Wishing for a healthier mouth in 2017? Want to put an end to gum disease, cavities, and other oral health issues? Take control of your own oral health. You can achieve Ultimate Oral Health this year by understanding these 5 Oral Wellness Points. https://youtu.be/5fcWQWOfAUQ 5 Oral Wellness Points Bacteria Transfer Eating Causes

Have Healthier Teeth & Gums by Following These 5 Wellness Points!

Xylitol isn’t just for young people! Many seniors accept dental problems, thinking they simply happen as teeth age. Xylitol helps to keep teeth young and ageless – by preventing damage caused by plaque, mouth acidity or dry mouth. Xylitol can help protect the oral health of denture wearers– by protecting

Xylitol for Seniors: Keeping Teeth Young and Ageless

Learn why I wrote my book “Kiss Your Dentist Goodbye” and why this book can help you achieve ultimate oral health! …….. Read reviews from people who have already read my book!

Why I Wrote My Book

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