Is Colgate safe to use? I use it all the time and I'm wondering if it is safe, since the recent China incident.
Answer:
Well, the whole China incident was seperate from the Colgate one. (CHINA incident) The cheap branded toothpaste from the dollar store or bargain stores maybe the one with diethylene glycol, or DEG. Check the labels before you buy it. Those ones are usually made in China. The Colgate incident delt with imitation that was made in South Africa. They used the same ingredient DEG in those as well. It was stated clearly from officials at Colgate that those ones imported from South Africa had mispellings and that they made a size in which the US does not sell. It is safe to use the authentic one that you purchase at supermarkets or other retail stores. I do suggest you to stay away from the bargain stores. There have only been 4 states that has found those Colgate in sales. A majority of the states did not sell those at all.
Just read the labels carefully before you buy it and never depend on the bargain stores. I hope this will clear up the vagueness for you.REMEMBER: Colgate brand= made in South Africa; Cheap Dollar brands= made in China; Never buy any of them with DEG...if you see those you might want to alert the store manager so he/she can take those off the shelves!
You can pretty well tell if your toothpaste is from China. Just look at the tube and if the spelling and grammar is really poor then you know it's probably dangerous. No wait. I was thinking of ByeDr.coms.
no, no its now safe to use as long as like you don't buy it from the dollar store or dollar general. but just go make sure check the bottom of the carton it says made in china if its bad and even check the tube.
MORE AND MORE PRODUCTS WE GET FROM CHINA ARE CAUSING PROBLEMS. I EVEN HEAR THAT MUCH OF THE APPLE JUICE WE GET IS FROM CHINA! NO PROBLEMS SO FAR.I WOULD JUST CALL THE 1-800 NUMBER ON THE TUBE AND FIND OUT.
our media has reported this kind of stuff previously:the us try to damage the honor of chinese product by announcing that most kind of food or product from china was not safe.but the official from china has clearly replied that:the WHO hasn't found any kind of food from china is DANGOUROUS
i don't know whether the goverment of us is really consider us china as enemy!
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Toothe Pulled?
how do they pull a toothe ?
im 14 how would they do it?
shots or ne thing??
Answer:
local anasthaetic
u'll have to eat lots of icecream afterwords
They will numb you and then slowly work the tooth out of it 's socket. it normally does not hurt if the tooth is ready to be pulled, i.e. loose already.
I had this done not long ago. They numb it with a few shots. Then they will make a small cut around the tooth, and then pull it. You will have stitches for a week or so. Some stitches are the kind that just disappear. Others you have to get taken out.
They will probably give you Novocaine which is in a needle and they give you a shot in your gums. After that you can't even feel anything in your mouth and it doesn't hurt when they pull the tooth. They use some special clamps that grab the tooth and then they pull it out.
Ouch! They'll give you a shot in your gum [really fine needle after they apply a little anesthetic spray so you won't feel it that bad] and when your jaw area around the tooth is numb...close your eyes and don't watch the tooth-grabber thingie! You'll hear a kind of squelchy sound when the dentist pulls the tooth out, they'll have you rinse your mouth out quite a lot and then tell you how to take care of the hole left behind [mostly salt-water rinses, as I recall] and then you get to go home. It isn't fun, but it isn't forever...and leaving a bad tooth in is LOTS worse [toothaches, bad affects on the teeth on each side, etc.] so get it over with! Soft stuff to eat until the hole heals up [milkshakes really hit the spot] and you'll have lots of tales to tell about Tooth Day.
They will either give you shots of novacaine or something, or they may give you nitrous oxide ( laughing gas ). Then they'll wiggle the tooth and pop it out. It will bleed for a little while and be sore for a couple days, but you can handle it.
they will numb the gum area with a swab, wait for that to take affect...then give you a local anaesthetic from a needle, it does not hurt because of the swab before that.
After waiting for the local to take effect...the dentist will take a small "plunger" for the lack of a better word...it is a spring loaded hammer type of thing...he will loosen the tooth with this..again no pain because of the local.
then he will take the "pliers" for lack of a better word again...pull the tooth, with no pain to you...and there goes the tooth.
Then they will put a small wad of gauze and have you bite down on that so the bleeding will be a minimum.
They will have you sit there for a while to make sure that everything went well..most simple extractions do not require stitches.
The biggest prob with this will be waiting for the "freezing" to leave...do not drink any hot beverages before it is all gone...you will m ore than likely burn yourself. Try no to chew anything till it goes away...you will more than likely bite yourself.
All in all...it is not a big deal.
im 14 how would they do it?
shots or ne thing??
Answer:
local anasthaetic
u'll have to eat lots of icecream afterwords
They will numb you and then slowly work the tooth out of it 's socket. it normally does not hurt if the tooth is ready to be pulled, i.e. loose already.
I had this done not long ago. They numb it with a few shots. Then they will make a small cut around the tooth, and then pull it. You will have stitches for a week or so. Some stitches are the kind that just disappear. Others you have to get taken out.
They will probably give you Novocaine which is in a needle and they give you a shot in your gums. After that you can't even feel anything in your mouth and it doesn't hurt when they pull the tooth. They use some special clamps that grab the tooth and then they pull it out.
Ouch! They'll give you a shot in your gum [really fine needle after they apply a little anesthetic spray so you won't feel it that bad] and when your jaw area around the tooth is numb...close your eyes and don't watch the tooth-grabber thingie! You'll hear a kind of squelchy sound when the dentist pulls the tooth out, they'll have you rinse your mouth out quite a lot and then tell you how to take care of the hole left behind [mostly salt-water rinses, as I recall] and then you get to go home. It isn't fun, but it isn't forever...and leaving a bad tooth in is LOTS worse [toothaches, bad affects on the teeth on each side, etc.] so get it over with! Soft stuff to eat until the hole heals up [milkshakes really hit the spot] and you'll have lots of tales to tell about Tooth Day.
They will either give you shots of novacaine or something, or they may give you nitrous oxide ( laughing gas ). Then they'll wiggle the tooth and pop it out. It will bleed for a little while and be sore for a couple days, but you can handle it.
they will numb the gum area with a swab, wait for that to take affect...then give you a local anaesthetic from a needle, it does not hurt because of the swab before that.
After waiting for the local to take effect...the dentist will take a small "plunger" for the lack of a better word...it is a spring loaded hammer type of thing...he will loosen the tooth with this..again no pain because of the local.
then he will take the "pliers" for lack of a better word again...pull the tooth, with no pain to you...and there goes the tooth.
Then they will put a small wad of gauze and have you bite down on that so the bleeding will be a minimum.
They will have you sit there for a while to make sure that everything went well..most simple extractions do not require stitches.
The biggest prob with this will be waiting for the "freezing" to leave...do not drink any hot beverages before it is all gone...you will m ore than likely burn yourself. Try no to chew anything till it goes away...you will more than likely bite yourself.
All in all...it is not a big deal.
ToothAche?
I broke my wisdom tooth last week and it is starting to hurt... What should I do? I have insurance but the dental insurance isn't that great. I don't have a lot of $$ to put down up front?
Answer:
You should get your tooth repaired/ pulled. Obviously you can't ignore it forever... and because its broken it's at risk of developing an abscess.. Here are some links
http://www.aafp.org/afp/20030201/511.htm...
http://www.abcessed-teeth.com/wisdom_too...You have a medical situation that you really shouldn't ignore. As you can see from those images..this could get really ugly (and painful!) It's hard to really suggest where you can seek assistance for the financial aspect of it all without knowing where you're located...for example where I am~ this situation would be considered a "Dental Emergency" and is covered by provincial health coverage.. You could try Googling "emergency dental coverage in "your area" " or "financial assistance for broken tooth in "your area".Have you tried asking family members or close friends? Can you take a loan from the bank? Pick up a few extra shifts or some overtime at work? Hopefully you figure this out and Soon!! Good Luck!
who cares about the money you need to think about your health first!
Well you need to go to your dentist...but take pain killers.
They have medication called Orajel and stuff that's just for toothaches it should be at any grocery store with a pharmacy...it's over-the-counter
You really should go to a dentist, I know they are expensive but if it is hurting, you may need real work. Alot of dentist let you make payments each month. Call around. If u let it go and it gets worse its going to be alot more expensive. And forget using the stuff out there for pain like orajel it only works for a very short time.
You need to get that fix, because you do have some type of dental insurance they can probably work with you on the billing. You should try calling around to find out.
temp fix. i have this stuff called "tooth ache medecine". it's oil of cloves and will totaly numb out your tooth.. it comes with these little cotton balls you dip in the oil. place that on the painful area and pain gone...not sure where you can find it at, but may want to check local druggist. GL with it!
take some pain killer then go to the dentist they can work with the billing issue, you need help, i don't think they will turn you away, just try, you are in pain.
Toothaches or shall we say strange pain on one of your teeth or the gum-line is usually the starting point of severe or worst dental problems. Aside from giving you sleepless nights of painful miseries and difficult chewing, it could actually threaten your health and worst could kill you. Before it's too late, get dental health care advices and solutions at http://www.themouthdoctor.com/dentalheal... and free yourself from the dangers of dental problems.
Answer:
You should get your tooth repaired/ pulled. Obviously you can't ignore it forever... and because its broken it's at risk of developing an abscess.. Here are some links
http://www.aafp.org/afp/20030201/511.htm...
http://www.abcessed-teeth.com/wisdom_too...You have a medical situation that you really shouldn't ignore. As you can see from those images..this could get really ugly (and painful!) It's hard to really suggest where you can seek assistance for the financial aspect of it all without knowing where you're located...for example where I am~ this situation would be considered a "Dental Emergency" and is covered by provincial health coverage.. You could try Googling "emergency dental coverage in "your area" " or "financial assistance for broken tooth in "your area".Have you tried asking family members or close friends? Can you take a loan from the bank? Pick up a few extra shifts or some overtime at work? Hopefully you figure this out and Soon!! Good Luck!
who cares about the money you need to think about your health first!
Well you need to go to your dentist...but take pain killers.
They have medication called Orajel and stuff that's just for toothaches it should be at any grocery store with a pharmacy...it's over-the-counter
You really should go to a dentist, I know they are expensive but if it is hurting, you may need real work. Alot of dentist let you make payments each month. Call around. If u let it go and it gets worse its going to be alot more expensive. And forget using the stuff out there for pain like orajel it only works for a very short time.
You need to get that fix, because you do have some type of dental insurance they can probably work with you on the billing. You should try calling around to find out.
temp fix. i have this stuff called "tooth ache medecine". it's oil of cloves and will totaly numb out your tooth.. it comes with these little cotton balls you dip in the oil. place that on the painful area and pain gone...not sure where you can find it at, but may want to check local druggist. GL with it!
take some pain killer then go to the dentist they can work with the billing issue, you need help, i don't think they will turn you away, just try, you are in pain.
Toothaches or shall we say strange pain on one of your teeth or the gum-line is usually the starting point of severe or worst dental problems. Aside from giving you sleepless nights of painful miseries and difficult chewing, it could actually threaten your health and worst could kill you. Before it's too late, get dental health care advices and solutions at http://www.themouthdoctor.com/dentalheal... and free yourself from the dangers of dental problems.
Toothache relief?
What can I do about a toothache? It's actually my front top right tooth that hurts. It's been bothering me since yesterday. I have an appointment for a cleaning next week, and was hoping to hold out, and not make another dental appointment before that, thinking that when I go for the cleaning the dentist can look at my tooth and then we could set an appointment to fix it if need be. It's about 50% better today than yesterday, so I'm hoping it will continue to get better each day. I tried some of that orajel stuff on my tooth yesterday, but that didn't help. Nor does Tylenol or ibuprofen give me relief from my toothache. What else can I try? I'd be greatful for any suggestions.
Answer:
Be smart. Don't wait to see your dentist. You could have a tooth where the nerve is dieing. So while it feels a little better today you are taking the chance that it will become very infected, very swollen and very painful unexpectedly. The only person who can judge what is causing your discomfort is your dentist and while I know that you don't want to have to go twice, better safe than sorry.
It could be nothing at all. Or it could be something major.
Either way, you should see your dentist today, especially if you don't want to have any trouble over the holiday tomorrow.
If taking ibuprofen has not had any effect than you definitely have to be seen. You might already have an infection and require antibiotics and a stronger pain medication.
Remember, pain of any sort, in any part of the body, is an indication that something is not right and should be addressed immediately by the proper health care provider. I'd be interested to know what the result is.
The dentist had me take 4 200 mg ibuprofen which helped. that is the perscription strength
Severe dental problems start in simple bad cavity, bleeding or strange pain on one of your teeth or the gum line, but it could threaten your health and worst could kill you. Before it's too late, get dental health care advices and solutions at http://www.themouthdoctor.com/dentalheal... and free yourself from the dangers of dental problems.
Answer:
Be smart. Don't wait to see your dentist. You could have a tooth where the nerve is dieing. So while it feels a little better today you are taking the chance that it will become very infected, very swollen and very painful unexpectedly. The only person who can judge what is causing your discomfort is your dentist and while I know that you don't want to have to go twice, better safe than sorry.
It could be nothing at all. Or it could be something major.
Either way, you should see your dentist today, especially if you don't want to have any trouble over the holiday tomorrow.
If taking ibuprofen has not had any effect than you definitely have to be seen. You might already have an infection and require antibiotics and a stronger pain medication.
Remember, pain of any sort, in any part of the body, is an indication that something is not right and should be addressed immediately by the proper health care provider. I'd be interested to know what the result is.
The dentist had me take 4 200 mg ibuprofen which helped. that is the perscription strength
Severe dental problems start in simple bad cavity, bleeding or strange pain on one of your teeth or the gum line, but it could threaten your health and worst could kill you. Before it's too late, get dental health care advices and solutions at http://www.themouthdoctor.com/dentalheal... and free yourself from the dangers of dental problems.
Toothache problem?
i went to the dentist and told them my toothaches and that i think i have a cavity. So they took Xrays and looked also with in my mouth to the area that my toothaches and they cannot find anything. My dentist even had two other people look in my mouth and still they didnt find anything wrong. When i eat sweets it reallly hurts and i want to cry, but its not all the time its everyonce in a while I eat sweets. but when i drink color stuff its ok. so has anyone had this b4?
Answer:
I have this exact same problem and have no cavities, what it is -your enamel has worn down some and it is making them sensitive. What has helped me is using the sensitive toothpastes that are out there. There is also a new toothpaste and mouthwash that just came out to help rebuild your enamel but I haven't tried them. Hope this helps ya out! It can be so painful!
Try using sensodyne tooth paste. It sounds like you just have sensitive teeth!
don't eat sweets,you may need some of that sensitive tooth paste
you have sensative teeth. get yourself some sensodyne. its toothpaste for sensative teeth
well den dats yo fault.
u shuldve brushed yo teeth more and ate less shyt.
Answer:
I have this exact same problem and have no cavities, what it is -your enamel has worn down some and it is making them sensitive. What has helped me is using the sensitive toothpastes that are out there. There is also a new toothpaste and mouthwash that just came out to help rebuild your enamel but I haven't tried them. Hope this helps ya out! It can be so painful!
Try using sensodyne tooth paste. It sounds like you just have sensitive teeth!
don't eat sweets,you may need some of that sensitive tooth paste
you have sensative teeth. get yourself some sensodyne. its toothpaste for sensative teeth
well den dats yo fault.
u shuldve brushed yo teeth more and ate less shyt.
Tooth Whittening?
How can I whiten my teeth at home. I want what works best. My teeth need a lot of whittening without zoom. THanks =)
Answer:
Overall I would say that most of my patient's have had some measure of success with the Crest Whitestrips, some more than others. Our office uses Crest Supreme which are much stronger than what you can buy in a drugstore and don't cost that much more ($60.00 vs $30.00). You can purchase the drugstore version, but do yourself the favor of using them right after you get your teeth cleaned as any staining and buildup (tartar or plaque) will impede their ability to work. Also, don't use fluoride toothpaste before putting the strips on (same reason). In office whitening (like Zoom @about $500.00) can be expensive but does whiten quick. Custom made home trays are also costly but you will have them for a lifetime and just buy more whitening gel as needed. Most whitening toothpastes just remove stain on the surfaces of your teeth and therefore are not so effective. Whatever method you use it will not whiten your teeth for life, as you age your teeth will get darker and may need to be whitened again. Hope that helps!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist
use baking soda and toothpaste called mentadent.
Crest Premium Whitestrips worked very well for me, and only took about two weeks.
crest whitening strips work for me
For our patients who does not want to spend a lot of money on the Zoom whitening, we recommend them to use the Crest whitening strips. You can get a good starter pack at Costco for $50 or you can go to Target or Wal Mart and get them for $30.
Coffee. Lots and lots of coffee is good for rapid and effective whitening.
crest white strips or crest nite white
Answer:
Overall I would say that most of my patient's have had some measure of success with the Crest Whitestrips, some more than others. Our office uses Crest Supreme which are much stronger than what you can buy in a drugstore and don't cost that much more ($60.00 vs $30.00). You can purchase the drugstore version, but do yourself the favor of using them right after you get your teeth cleaned as any staining and buildup (tartar or plaque) will impede their ability to work. Also, don't use fluoride toothpaste before putting the strips on (same reason). In office whitening (like Zoom @about $500.00) can be expensive but does whiten quick. Custom made home trays are also costly but you will have them for a lifetime and just buy more whitening gel as needed. Most whitening toothpastes just remove stain on the surfaces of your teeth and therefore are not so effective. Whatever method you use it will not whiten your teeth for life, as you age your teeth will get darker and may need to be whitened again. Hope that helps!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist
use baking soda and toothpaste called mentadent.
Crest Premium Whitestrips worked very well for me, and only took about two weeks.
crest whitening strips work for me
For our patients who does not want to spend a lot of money on the Zoom whitening, we recommend them to use the Crest whitening strips. You can get a good starter pack at Costco for $50 or you can go to Target or Wal Mart and get them for $30.
Coffee. Lots and lots of coffee is good for rapid and effective whitening.
crest white strips or crest nite white
Tooth whiting whats the best one?
Answer:
Very effective teeth whitening kit from http://www.maximumteethwhitening.com/... would be the best and one of a kind. Try and you'll see the amazing difference. Yes, it's true coz I'm still using it until now.
I had great results with Crest White Strips. I wore them on the commute to work and then just threw them away as i walked into the office.
Blanx is really good, but it is also really expensive. Out of all the ones I have tried this did the job. Unfortunately I cant afford to keep buying it.
Hai,We will give some useful tips for sparkling your white teeth.Very effective teeth whitening kit from our website.
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