How is gum health after using this?
1640746
Gums were pretty healthy prior to use but they have a more pink look to them. No bleeding when flossing or picking.
227700
Yes - after few weeks the improvements is very visible. The bad breath is much better now.
1230149
I emailed PUR about this because I am also concerned about synthetic rubber. This is the response I received: "Our gum base is just like any other chewing gum base except that ours is chemically inert and 100% safe. No chemicals or polymers leach from our gum base. This gives our consumers the best chewing experience, worry-free! We do not use chicle in our gum as it compromises the texture". So it is synthetic, but PUR claims it is 100% safe.
1168911
Not at all. It doesn't have a recognizable flavor, in my opinion. It has a natural sweetener that is the only taste I notice and is not like a regular sugar sweetened flavor at all. I've been able to use it immediately after brushing my teeth without any bad taste left in my mouth.
1988424
You should use it for seven days straight. If your gums get irritated back off. My gums never bothered me. I then use the product when I think I need to. You will see a difference.
1222404
I assume you are basing your question on the information provided by Dr. Michael Greger in one of his latest videos on NutritionFacts.org in which he suggests the use of green tea with Indian Gooseberry as a better mouthwash than those that are commercially available. I am a retired dentist and back when I graduated (LLU '76) the use of chlorhexidine was being touted as the ultimate solution to the problem of dental caries. I did not use it nor did I recommend it to my patients. I did not think it wise to eliminate completely the oral flora. I continued to recommend mechanical cleansing of the teeth and gums along with an optimal dietary regimen for health and longevity. I recommend making green tea mouthwash like this: one pint hot water, 4 green tea bags, 1 peppermint tea bag (for flavor), and one teaspoon amla powder. Let stand for four hours, remove the tea bags, shake vigorously. Use as any other mouthwash without rinsing the mouth after use. For cleansing and refreshing the mouth, I think it is better than any commercial product I have seen.
1286575
Yep don't swallow !If you have problems with your gums this is the product you want.Works wonders !It does not burn and is alcohol free !Flavor drops come with it otherwise it tastes like water .
2073724
Basically, this is an antibacterial, antitartar/plaque/gum disease preventive-curative/anti-inflammatory to gums and mouth ulcers of an instrument to use. Flossing need not be done, but I do it occassionally, just to make sure. Food particles can get stuck between some teeth, and not others. Ultrasound technology (high frequency sound) can also keep teeth whiter. Consult your dentist, but some are not very familiar with this item, or if they are, may say something to the effect: that more research is needed. Well, I bought it and use it anyway, and so far, I am better off with this instrument for better oral health.
2263326
Don't know about the percentage of plaque removal as I haven't had my teeth professionally cleaned since starting to use it. However, my teeth feel great all day long and I swear that my morning breath has diminished, as well.
1136472
They say you should not swallow any of it. I don't know how anyone could leave this stuff in their mouth overnight without swallowing. I only leave in for about 15 mins at which point my gums become irritated. That seems to be enough time.
1215461
I used it daily and it's been fine. When I encountered irritation I stopped for a few days til it got better, then resumed. I'm thinking it would be okay, it says so in the package as well :)
777557
If you have no gum discomfort, start with 20 minutes and work your way up. I use it for an hour.
116916
(See Darren Finch.) Use it until you get the results you desire, but should pause/stop if you experience gum sensitivity.
35098
I don't think it would harm at all. I am very happy with it. My dental hygienist assured me less plaque after just 3 months of usage. I love it.
950877
The gum is in a capsule. I understand the taste may not be favored even if there is benefit for the teeth.
1702879
My experience is that it cleans my teeth more thoroughly. The dental hygienist says my teeth are cleaner and have very little plaque. used to use oral b -also -suggest you check out research oral surgeon says it is "the real thing". would recommend
1835635
Agh- I am so sorry! It is painful and hard to eat for about 3 days. It will start to heal, and the dead gum tissue will fall off (it's gross). It will start feeling better by day 3 and progressively heal. Needless to say I never tried this whitening brand again. Take some pain relief or gum numbing cream they sell for teething babies if you can stand putting it on.