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Ideal oral care regimens

Peter Attia12m · 2021-06-24

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✓Well SupportedToothbrushes should be decontaminated by rinsing with water, or optionally with soap and water, and then dried to prevent bacterial growth.◐Partially SupportedIndividuals with high systemic health risks like infections or diabetes require more frequent dental check-ups to prevent periodontal disease.◐Partially SupportedPeter Attia prefers a children's soft toothbrush over a mechanical toothbrush for brushing his tongue.✕Not SupportedMouthwash should be avoided because it kills beneficial oral microbiome, similar to antibiotic overuse.Well Supported

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Rinsing a toothbrush with soap and water, or at least water, and then drying it is recommended to prevent bacterial growth.

◐Partially SupportedSystemic health issues like infections and diabetes can exacerbate inflammation and increase susceptibility to periodontal disease.

◐Partially SupportedPeter Attia brushes his teeth with an Oral-B toothbrush for two minutes (30 seconds per quadrant) after his first meal.

◐Partially SupportedBrushing teeth a second time in the morning results in three brushings per day.

◐Partially SupportedA large study on diabetes and cavities was inconclusive regarding whether diabetes causes cavities or if treating diabetes impacts cavities.

◐Partially SupportedThe most suspicious bacteria in the mouth grow overnight when the mouth is closed, oxygen is reduced, and salivary flow is almost zero.

◐Partially SupportedSoap is included in toothpaste because it disrupts lipid-protein envelopes on bacteria.

◐Partially SupportedBrushing teeth in the morning washes out bacteria accumulated overnight.

◐Partially SupportedA six-month interval for dental cleanings is generally recommended by dentists.

◐Partially SupportedDental care requires lifelong prevention, including regular dental check-ups and cleanings.

◐Partially SupportedIt is difficult to definitively determine whether diabetes contributes to periodontal disease or if treating periodontal disease improves diabetes control.

◐Partially SupportedDiabetes and cavities are preventable diseases.

◐Partially SupportedExcessive use of mouthwash may lead to candidal or fungal overgrowth in the mouth.

◐Partially SupportedAny toothbrush can be used for mechanical cleaning of teeth, including when traveling.

◐Partially SupportedPeter Attia uses a xylitol-based toothpaste with fluoride for his oral care regimen.

◐Partially SupportedSoap disrupts microbes similarly to how it disrupts viruses like the coronavirus.