Successful Self Dentistry: How to Avoid the Dentist without Ignoring Your Teeth
Written by Rachelle Fordyce on October 28, 2011 – -
Successful Self Dentistry:
How to Avoid the Dentist without Ignoring Your Teeth
- review by Eliza Ceci
It’s Friday! That means it’s time for another Frisky Friday Freebie!
The Winner of last week’s Frisky Friday Freebie giveaway is…. Susanna Liberty! She will receive in the mail 3 tasty flavours of raw vegan kale chips by Two Girls Cooking! Congratulations, Susanna! 
For this week’s Frisky Friday Freebie, we’ll be giving away 4 copies of Nadine’s e-book Successful Self Dentistry to four lucky winners! Eliza Ceci, one of our regular blog contributors here at the Tera Warner blog as well as founder of Peace On My Plate, has written a wonderful review of Nadine’s book. Nadine is also on our BE panel of experts for BE Beauty!
You can check out Eliza’s review on Successful Self Dentistry, as well as the Frisky Friday Freebies giveaway contest details, below!
Smile and The Whole World Smiles With You!
Nadine Artemis, the radiant, ever inspiring creator of the wonderful www.livinglibations.com (which is the home to her potent essential oil creations for true health and well being), has truly inspired me with the tools, knowledge and how-to she presents in this book.
I see Nadine as a visionary because she not only shares knowledge from personal experience mixed with ancient wisdom and peppered with facts and science, but she does so in a way that is smart, interesting and surprisingly fun. I never thought I would say that about a book on oral care!
Nature’s Guide to Tooth Care
As a teacher and believer in all things natural when it comes to caring for and nourishing the body myself, this book was such a breath of fresh air. Nadine takes you through the entire mouth from teeth, saliva and gums to bacteria and decay. She doesn’t skip any of the important how-to’s either.
This is a wonderful guide every family should own so you can learn yourself the most effective and essential ways to care for your teeth properly so you will always enjoy a healthy mouth.
Nadine covers some really important topics including:
- The importance of healthy teeth, gums and saliva and why each have important jobs to maintain proper balance in the mouth.
- The truth about toothpaste, toothbrushes and mouth wash.
- Questions to ask a prospective dentist & how to prepare for a dental visit.
- The effect of processed foods on our teeth and what to eat for beautiful, healthy teeth instead.
- Oral care for children.
- 8 steps to successful self dentistry.
- A breakdown of effective healing botanicals and herbs for certain conditions as well as Nadine’s top picks for vitamins and supplements that increase the health of your teeth!
Profound Pearly Whites
I found all of the information in this book so valuable. Nadine outlines quite a few medical research studies for those who may be skeptic. But the truth is, Nadine is on to something profound. So often, even to those of us who are health conscious already there seems to be so much misinformation, confusion and stress on this topic. Our teeth are so important to us, especially since they are one of the first things people see so we want them to be healthy!
Trusty Tips and Tools for Teeth
I love that the facts are laid out here in the book in an easily digestible way and Nadine doesn’t stop there. She gives wonderful recommendations, resources, tips, tools and suggestions based upon common tooth problems and how it is never too late to have healthy, beautiful teeth and gums. I recommend this book to anyone who is currently looking to upgrade the health of their teeth as well as those who may be experiencing certain specific issues.
This book is a wonderful reference to go back to again and again. It certainly has empowered me to know the ecology of my mouth, how I can have ever lasting strong and healthy teeth and gums and what to do to prevent unpleasant visits to the dentist!
You can also listen to a telesemiar with Nadine on Tooth Truth and Self Dentistry HERE!
Good Luck! … and Happy Smiling!
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By Theresa on Oct 28, 2011
I’ve been oil pulling every morning with coconut oil and it has not only brightened my smile, but also helped banish a slight infection I had in my gums!
I’d love to read Nadine’s book on dental health not only for my own good, but also to pick up any tips that might help my husband who struggles with significant dental issues. Thanks for the opportunity.
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By Amy Meade on Oct 28, 2011
I try to drink a large glass of water after each meal to rinse sugars and starches off my teeth.
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By Nancy on Oct 28, 2011
I have been using Nadine’s products for teeth – tooth oils and brightener- and really like them.
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By Nancy on Oct 28, 2011
I “liked” this on Facebook.
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By sandra on Oct 28, 2011
thanks Tera, reposting. =)
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By sandra on Oct 28, 2011
I make a combo of baking soda and tao salt and brush as normal. will try the coconut oil though. =)
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By Judith on Oct 28, 2011
After listening to the teleseminar a month ago I’ve added the saltwater wash, rubber tip tool and her recommended floss to my daily routine. I’ve scrapped my tongue for years.I bought tooth powder, but am still using up old paste.
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By georgette on Oct 28, 2011
I have switched from the main stream toothpaste to a Canadian made organic toothpaste, thinking that is so much better, to now realize it contains glycerin which may be harming my teeth anyway!! I could use a copy of Nadine’s book on dental health just to give me a clue on how to keep my mouth and teeth truly healthy. Thank you.
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By angie on Oct 28, 2011
this is one area of my health that i haven’t tried a more natural holistic approach….but i would love to! i would so enjoy reading this book and learning about alternative ways to care for my teeth. thank you!
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By Paula on Oct 28, 2011
I have been rinsing with salt water after flossing. I have been coating my floss with coconut oil. I have been using a homemade toothpaste. And now that my baby has teeth I wipe them with a cloth soaked in salt water. After seeing Nadine’s video on self-dentistry I was amazed and I’m trying to do everything she said. I’d love get my hands on her book. Thanks. (oh and I tweeted this blogpost and liked it on facebook
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By Kate on Oct 28, 2011
I’ve brushed with baking soda. I started oil pulling with coconut oil and have found my breath is so much nicer! Works better than any mouth wash on the market!
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By Barbara on Oct 29, 2011
Three years ago I quit using regular toothpaste and now I just use a tooth soap or something else without glycerin. I would love to read this book!
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By Susan on Oct 29, 2011
I read from a trusted source a simple recipe for making your own toothpaste. One-half coconut oil & one-half baking soda. So simple and easy to remember. Works well! I’ve watched Nadine’s videos and have drooled over her product line. My cart total is formidable and stops me from ordering. I can’t decide which to eliminate. Would be very happy to win Nadine’s book! Thanks for opportunity.
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By Jessica on Oct 29, 2011
I use an all natural toothpaste but would love to try a more all around holistic approach when it comes to my mouth and teeth! i would love a copy of this book to help out. thank you!
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By Naraleska on Oct 29, 2011
I just heard the call with Nadine a couple of days ago, it was all very new to me. I am right now in the process to decide what to do with my teeth, I have 8 mercury fillings and a doctor’s appointment next week to see the best solution to replace them. I was thinking of ceramic filling, but now after the call with Nadine, I am not so sure what I should do really!. I guess the mercury should come out for sure! but what should I do instead?? should I just leave them open an go raw ….???? would any dentist leave them open??. I started to brush my teeth with some baking soda, I noticed a big different but I feel a lot of sensitivity. I am still learning
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By Diane on Oct 29, 2011
Hi…listened to Nadine sometime ago and have been using the information ever since.However, there must be loads more of great info in the book than just in the audio…would love to have a copy.
~Peace
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By Marion Schmid on Oct 29, 2011
As regards teeth, I have not had much access to natural means lately, but I’ve been using Weleda calendula tooth paste since several months to do without all the artificial stuff. Can’t wait to read more about it in the e-book!
I also realized that since I’m eating raw, my teeth feel like “varnished” and all the stuff from cooked or sweet food which formerly sticked to my teeth is gone. Sooo cool!
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By Marion Schmid on Oct 29, 2011
Just twittered a link to this blog! Hoping to be among the winners
), can’t wait!
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By Pascale on Oct 29, 2011
Years ago I convinced my husband to use an organic toothpaste with tea tree oil that I really love instead of cheap commercial brands that have sugar!! Now after reading the other comments I will have to check if there is glycerin in it! I use Stimudents, special little wood sticks for gums health and really like the feeling after, anyone knows if they are ok?
Shows how little I know about teeth hygiene. In the past I also used baking soda but stopped when I heard that it’s too abrasive.
I’m going to try to find Nadine’s video and really hope to read her book.
I will go and like it on Facebook right now!
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By pepina on Oct 29, 2011
My mother, now in her 70s, told me the story of what toothpaste her father used to use when she was a child. he put his brush in the oven and had it covered with white ash. Then he brushed and his teeth were ever so white, my mom said, although he was a heavy smoker and coffee addict. she never dared to try. hm. i did. well, the taste… I returned to my non-fluorised toothpaste from weleda.
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By Pascale on Oct 29, 2011
I just registered to twitter and twittered a link to this blog as my first twit!
I also a like on Facebook.
I’m really getting modern
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By Gladys Hills on Oct 29, 2011
I use Oralive by Ascended healtha ntatural from the earth, oxygen, anti microbial oils, ocean trace minerals and probiotic bacteria.
Fells wonderful in the mouth and throughout the body.
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By Silke on Oct 29, 2011
Hi – I used to brush my teeth without toothpaste for the past few years but last year I added some helper again: medicinal clay in the evening and liquid tooth soap during the day. I am not so fond of the tooth soap as it seems to attract tartar? So I use medicinal clay at night plus I have been swishing zeolite liquid around my teeth every night now for the past 6 months and quite love it. I also floss at night – and sometimes I will put some tea tree oil on the floss as it helps kill any beginning infections – very quickly.
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By Heather on Oct 29, 2011
I have purchased about two tubes of toothpaste in the past year :3 concentrated stuff, that’s being used between two people.
Auromere Ayurvedic Herbal Toothpaste made by the ayurvedic institute in arizona. Has 24 Herbal Extracts including Neem and Peelu.
It has helped take infections right out of my gums/teeth before and after always wondering what I should resort to to whiten my teeth that I neglected growing up, I’m very pleased with my results after a year of using this stuff!
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Reply by Christy on November 3rd, 2011
I just started using this stuff. Glad to hear that you’re getting great results after a year.
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By Don on Oct 29, 2011
The best thing I ever did for my teeth was go 80/10/10 raw vegan and loving it!
I’d still like to read her book though as I still have damage to my teeth from the garbage I used to eat. Thanks! 
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By Nichelle on Oct 30, 2011
TOOTHSOAP HAS BEEN GREAT!!
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By Kelly Phipps on Oct 30, 2011
I have not yet used any natural or holistic approaches to dental care because I don’t know any! However, since researching raw health and practicing better nutrition for years and the raw lifestyle for a few months, I really wonder how to naturally take care of teeth. After all, the human race hasn’t always had toothbrushes. So, I am really excited that this book exists and i hope i will win a copy!!!!
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By Lynn on Nov 2, 2011
Gargle with water and coconut oil
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By Chynna on Nov 2, 2011
I shared this on Facebook to my friends and on the fan page for my wellness blog.
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By Chynna on Nov 2, 2011
I tweeted a link to this post (@ChynnaHaas)
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By Patty on Nov 2, 2011
I love to use baking soda with some essential oils for refreshing toothpowder instread of toothepaste. sometimes mint sometimes clove oil.
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By Sharon on Nov 2, 2011
I brush with baking soda and oil pull with coconut oil or olive oil.
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By Fiona on Nov 2, 2011
I use baking soda or tooth powder to brush, not paste.
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By Naraleska on Nov 2, 2011
I liked it on facebook
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By Naraleska on Nov 2, 2011
Today I was at the dentist and he told me that my teeth were in very good shape, yeeeey!! we spoke about mercury fillings and teeth being alive and repairing themselves to which he tried very hard not to laugh in my face and he said that was impossible! I thought it was a very interesting reaction … I told him about raw food and health hihihihihi It was fun!
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By Rose on Nov 2, 2011
I am currently trying tooth soap. I have used Healthy Gum Drops, but I’d say that my favorite way of cleansing my teeth so far is Ascended Health Oralive.
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By Willa on Nov 2, 2011
I use home-made tooth powder with myrrh.
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By Gillian on Nov 2, 2011
super interesting subject! I’m intrigued and will be listening to the tele-seminar this evening. Time for some tooth-love.
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By Tiffany on Nov 2, 2011
I recently started oil pulling, and have switched to fluoride free all-natural toothpaste. I love it so far, but I’m really excited to take it to the next step. I’m also currently trying to conceive, so I’m starting to research oral care for children as well. Will share the post on Facebook too, thanks!
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By Carey on Nov 2, 2011
Haveing teeth and gums that have always been a problem and the dentists always saying there is very little I can do, it has been such a blessing for me to learn that there is a lot I can do to help my teeth. Have been using ionic toothbrush and can’t believe the difference already, am waiting very impatiently for some yogi tooth serum to arrive. This year my childen and granchildren (13 altogether)are all getting ionic toothbrushes for Christmas.Thank you Nadine and thank you Tera.
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By Kathy R. on Nov 2, 2011
We’ve done oil pulling,and I brush my tongue as well as my teeth. Of course eating a natural diet is important for us. Thanks for the chance to win one of the giveaway books!
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By Kathy R. on Nov 2, 2011
I shared Tera’s link on FaceBook. Thanks!
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By Antionette on Nov 2, 2011
I brush my teeth with organic baking soda.
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By Leslie Riley on Nov 2, 2011
Hi Tera,
I heard about this from my son-in-law, tried it – and it really works. We bought Ancient Minerals’ Magnesium Oil to help with aches and pains and discovered it is also good to fight against plaque in the mouth. You swish it around like a mouthwash (it doesn’t taste great) and it really cuts down on the plaque. Dentist confirmed! I’d love to read the book because now my dentist wants to redo a crown because of a small spot on my tooth. I’d rather heal it naturally and also save money!
Leslie Riley
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By Heather on Nov 2, 2011
Hi there, ive been oil pulling with flax oil, flossing with tea tree floss, brushing with salt, i have a lot to heal in my mouth, I had over 16 mercury fillings put in as a child due to rogue dentistry as well as countless pulled out unnessesarily, ive suffered very badly from it, which brain fog and concentration, allergies and sensitivities all through my school years, studying was so hard and i never finished university. In my 20′s i went to india to have them all removed, and have been taking chlorella for nearly 10 years! I have a 2 year old son and im very worried about his teeth already, he wont let me brush them and they are yellowish at the front. I really want to buy this book to learn how to heal myself and care for my son, but i just cant aford anything much more than food for the table (as much raw, veggies and fruits and of course homegrown
would really really really love to win this, i believe it would make a big difference to us.
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By Heather on Nov 2, 2011
I have shared this on my facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Conscious-Earth-Raw-Uncooked-Conscious-Living/112231132188564
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By Lauren on Nov 2, 2011
I brush my teeth with bi-carbonate of soda and organic peppermint essential oil. I’m not 100% sure if this is so great but I prefer it to toothpaste, and would be excited to read Nadine’s book to find out what I can be doing better for my teeth, and whole body! I also rinse with a tincture of myrrh mixed with water. Thank You. Bless You. Lots of Love. Lauren
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By Beatriz Bruna on Nov 2, 2011
Always drink juices and lemonade with a straw!
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By Dreamer...Becky on Nov 3, 2011
Oh ~ thank you so much for sharing this wonderful information & for this awesome giveaway! I often do 20mins of oil-pulling (swishing 1TBSP of oil around mouth & teeth), using organic sesame oil when I first get up in the morning…it seems to keep everything working well & my mouth sparkly! I also use Aluminum-Free baking soda for brushing (:
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By Maggie on Nov 3, 2011
I’ve found cutting refined sugar from my diet has really helped! I used to need to use Sensodyne (ugh) every day. I’ve stopped using it, thank goddess! We use a Jason’s brand of toothpaste, but I’d happily get off of that too!
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By Diane Lyndon on Nov 3, 2011
For the past six months I have been using a natural toothpaste which is fluoride free. It is Toms from Maine and it is the only thing I will use now..keeps my teeth white and I don’t get the negative effects of the fluoride. I have also been eating for my blood type which is type A and that means almost vegetarian.
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By ute on Nov 3, 2011
I don’t eat many fruits, and when I eat green leaves or wild herbs with them.
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By Becky on Nov 3, 2011
I’ve heard a teleseminar with Nadine before and loved her information. I think I listed to it at least 4 times. She inspired me to add the Healthy Gum Drops and Neem enamelizer to my tooth care regimen. My teeth always feel so clean and my gums have stopped receding.
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By Sherry on Nov 3, 2011
I use ORA MD for my teeth, They sure feel fresh after that.
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By Sheila on Nov 3, 2011
I’ve brushed with baking soda. and am curious about “oil pulling with coconut oil”, since I always have this on hand.
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By Eva Barath on Nov 3, 2011
I brush my teeth with dr. Robert Young’s powerful “four salts” powder. This is an alkalizing supplement, containing four carbonate salts: potassium bicarbonate, sodium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate. It can aid in the recuction of acidity in the gastro intestinal system. Other excellent uses: mouth wash, tooth scrub, deodorizer.
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By Rux on Nov 3, 2011
Got my teeth green from green smoothies
Still didn’t clean them would love to not go to the
Dentist to do it
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By Beatrix on Nov 3, 2011
To take care of my oral health I drink Mangosteen Juice daily. It’s great not just to keep your teeth healthy,but for oral health in
general. A few times per week I brush extra with baking soda.
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By Christy on Nov 3, 2011
I actually am trying this new toothpaste, and so far I love it. It’s called Auromere Aryudevic toothpaste. I use the mint version, but here’s a like to the non-mint kind http://www.swansonvitamins.com/AUR007/ItemDetail
Also, I love the peppermint and spearmint versions of tooth soap (the shreds).
I have also used Dr. Schultze’s Oral Wash.
Besides these products, I have also used a rinse of saltwater with peppermint and tea tree essential oils, and try to rinse my mouth out with water after meals.
Oh, and I liked this on facebook. Thanks!
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By Kendall on Nov 3, 2011
Hi!!
I actually use Nadine’s products for successful self dentistry and they are superb!! I love them and I love her site. Mostly I love her passion for whole health!!
I would also loooove a copy of her book! Knowledge is power!!
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By Shel on Nov 3, 2011
Since listening to the first interview with Nadine, I have switched to a flouride-free toothpaste, and cut out mouthwash. I make sure to give my teeth plenty of time after a meal before brushing.
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By Shel on Nov 3, 2011
Liked on facebook.
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By Shel on Nov 3, 2011
Tweeted here http://twitter.com/#!/seashell023
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By Sarah Kimmes on Nov 3, 2011
My self tooth care advice? Brush teeth with a good quality salt, then floss. Keeps the mouth really fresh. If you can’t do without the minty taste, use a drop of peppermint or spearmint oil mixed into your salt.
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By Kathy on Nov 3, 2011
I have flossed my teeth for years. I try to brush with fluoride free toothpaste and now I am using a fennel flavoured paste which tastes great. I also drink lots of water. Fresh parsley, mint and cilantro are good for nice smelling breath, they help to combat odors from foods such as onion and garlic. I have enjoyed reading what everyone else does, thanks for sharing your ideas.
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By Kathy on Nov 3, 2011
I also ‘liked’ this on Facebook
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By Helena on Nov 3, 2011
I haven’t used any toothpaste for at least a year. I use sea or rock salt and several essential oils. I’ve used lemon juice a few times. Waterpik and flossing more often. I would love to order Nadine’s products. I’ve also wondered if Nadine ever visits the Vancouver area….. We could book a workshop or two.
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By Nika Michelle Gomez on Nov 4, 2011
brushing 3 times a day, eating proper diet w/ rich in calcium, and visiting a dental clinic regularly.
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By Susan on Dec 30, 2011
I have used Weleda toothpaste. It is so safe you can eat it. It makes my mouth feel good
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