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On Thu, 11 Sep 1997, Molly NiDana wrote:
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> conditions in my mouth. Then, if I go into the dentist for more
> regular cleaning, the hygienist often (I'm 45 years old and have been
> to tons of different dentists since I was a child) will complain and
> fuss at me the entire time, making the experience so unpleasant that
> next time, more rather than less months pass before I work up the
> energy to face it again. I need to find other solutions.
Me too; the lecturing is intolerable. Which is one reason I procrastinate
a lot about going to the dentist; I once went three years without seeing
one. I'm being a bit better about it now, but flossing is almost
impossible, and I can't afford braces. (The dentist suggests them
routinely.)
> I do find much less tartar and plaque in my mouth since I've been
> low-carbing, and my gum problems have diminished considerably with no
> change in my dental hygiene.
>
> Molly NiDana
> [log in to unmask]
My experience is also that I have a lot less plaque on low-carb.
Something interesting -- when I eat occasionally cheat and eat milk
products, specifically sugar-free ice cream (yes, I know, not a
Neanderthin-approved item), my teeth do hurt. This isn't related to the
cold; I suspect it has to do with the lactose in the ice cream. I don't
have this problem with cream in my tea. Another incentive NOT to eat the
stuff.
Corbie
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