It’s all downhill from here: the aging thread - The Bear and Badger

davyK

Some teeth get meat lodged between them and that can be painful. Doesn't happen too often. I used to get those little interdental brushes for dislodging stuff instead of using floss.

Kow

Cured meats are the worst for that. Bits of chorizo that just won't leave.

Gamermike

Turned 38 yesterday, back and knee pain this morning.

What is this ageing.

hylian_elf

Receding gums has a lot to do with brushing teeth too hard too. Trying to teach my kids to brush lightly. For this, electric toothbrushes are helpful as some start flashing or buzzing more if you press too hard etc.

davyK

Aye...have started using an electric toothbrush - flashes red when pressing too hard. I'm suspicious it might be shaking my fillings loose though.....

hylian_elf

I use toothpicks and floss sticks and stuff constantly. Does help. Use those TePe brushes at nighttime brushing time, but not enough.

Costs a bit, but I see a hygienist quarterly to keep on top of it all.

handsofblue

Also, try to avoid brushing teeth in the half hour or so after food. Any acid that's produced gets nice and worked into your teeth and gums by the toothbrush. Rinse well before brushing if unavoidable.

And don't rinse the foam away. Keep it on your teeth as long as possible.