Remember when Listerine put out some ads where they pointed out that "according to research" gargling listerine is more effective at preventing gum disease than brushing? They were harassed by the ADA and forced to take down the ads, but they were right. Brushing is sometimes needed, but flossing and rinsing are more important. Gum health is the most important concern wrt dental health. Your teeth are generally going to be fine as long as your aren't regularly consuming sugar. In that case you can chew Xylitol gum (Icebreakers or Trident) which has an anti-bacterial effect. If you are worried about gum disease a waterpik is also recommended. Most people with healthy diets don't have to worry about caries.

Disclaimer: Do keep brushing your teeth. This is not medical advice. Ask your dentist, etc etc.

Remember when Listerine put out some ads where they pointed out that "according to research" gargling listerine is more effective at preventing gum disease than brushing? They were harassed by the ADA and forced to take down the ads, but they were right. Brushing is only occasionally needed. Gum health is the most important concern wrt dental health and is taken care of by flossing and rinsing. Your teeth are generally going to be fine as long as your aren't regularly consuming sugar. In that case you can chew Xylitol gum (Icebreakers or Trident) which has an anti-bacterial effect. If you are worried about gum disease a waterpik is also recommended. Most people with healthy diets don't have to worry about caries.

Remember when Listerine put out some ads where they pointed out that according to research gargling listerine is more effective at preventing gum disease than brushing? They were harassed by the ADA and forced to take down the ads, but they were right. Brushing is only occasionally needed. Gum health is the most important concern wrt dental health and is taken care of by flossing and rinsing. Your teeth are generally going to be fine as long as your aren't regularly consuming sugar. In that case you can chew Xylitol gum (Icebreakers or Trident) which has an anti-bacterial effect. If you are worried about gum disease a waterpik is also recommended. Most people with healthy diets don't have to worry about caries.