Re: CLL / Dental Pre-Meds / Waterpik Usage

[Guest guest]

Patti,

Many years ago I read a study that showed that baking soda

was good for controlling tarter, so I started brushing with

a soft toothbrush and baking soda. Then I read (and my

dentist confirmed) that Listerine helps to control tarter,

so I added using that in my water pick. Of course, the next

thing I read was that using a water pic can cause problems

for those of us with a mitral valve prolapse, so now I dip

the toothbrush in Listerine, then baking soda to brush and

rinse with Listerine. I know some of you are thinking about

the taste, but it really didn't take long to get used to it.

I have had almost no plaque since starting this routine. I

don't remember where I read about water pics and bacteria,

but I'm sure one of the researchers on the site will come up

with a reference.

Pat