LIVE Dental Q&A with Dental Hygienist Alex

Welcome to the first official Not A Dentist live stream. I’m Alex, a dental hygienist with over a decade of clinical experience. Join me live on Saturday 2/28 at 9:00 AM PST for an interactive dental Q&A, ask me anything about teeth and gums or what really happens behind the scenes in a dental office. ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:40 Toothpaste: fluoride vs fluoride-free 3:20 Nano hydroxyapatite (nHA) explained 6:10 Braces & jaw shape changes 8:40 Mouthwash: who needs it? 11:00 Xylitol in mouthwash 12:40 Floss that won’t shred 14:40 Proper floss technique (avoid gum cuts) 17:10 Deep cleaning: do you really need SRP? 22:10 Xylitol gum & mints (best options) 26:10 Preventing stains (coffee, tea, foods) 28:00 Can berries stain fillings? 30:10 Q&A wrap-up + dental history story Stay tuned for the next live, check my community posts for updates. Bring your questions to the next live: • Electric vs manual toothbrushes • How to save money on dental care • Dental implants • Fluoride • Sensitive teeth • Gum recession • Whitening • Tonsil stones • Working in a dental office • Anything oral health related Stay Blessed and Refreshed, Defend what matters daily, and let the Healing begin! -Alex RDH Refresh 🔄 | Defend 🔰 | Heal 🤍 **The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical or dental advice, diagnosis or treatment. While I am a dental hygienist, I’m not your dental hygienist, always consult your dentist or healthcare professional about your specific needs