Thank you so much for the advice, I'm happy everyone seems to agree that a) my situation isn't as hopeless as I thought it might be and b) dental schools should be able to help.
Will definitely be picking up some better toothpaste and mouthwash, can I ask if you have any recommendations? I know you're not in the US but just to have an idea (and maybe some of those brands are available here too).
Also, a couple questions on toothpaste and mouthwash:
did you mean 0.2% or 0.02%? Most of the "high fluoride" mouthwashes I'm seeing are in the 0.02%-0.05% range, can't find any with 0.2%.
I'm looking around but can't seem to find any toothpaste that lists the amount of fluoride in ppm, percentages at best. Would something like this fit the bill? If you have any recommended brands (even if not Americans, it may help to find an equivalent) feel free to share
The more you know! My bottle doesn’t say anything about Novamin. I’m using Clinpro 500 but it has 1.1% Sodium Fluoride compared to .21% selling on amazon. Mine also calls out Tri-Calcium Phosphate. Not sure what any of it actually means...
3M Oral Care ESPE 12117 Clinpro Tooth Creme 0.21% NAF Anti Cavity Toothpaste, Vanilla Mint https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K5HV1HO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_S4V0Db3GZ8PMN
>https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K5HV1HO?ref=ppx\_pop\_mob\_ap\_share
I have been using it since I found out I have GERD. Have only been to the dentist once since then and they have said my teeth look great - no signs of enamel erosion. They also recommend taking some baking soda and brushing with that as well.
Clinpro paste is amazing. I used to have to get it from a dentist but it makes them so much stronger and is worth every penny. It’s expensive for paste but I only use it at night and one tube lasts 6 months or more. Amazon has it now: https://www.amazon.com/3M-Clinpro-Cavity-Toothpaste-Vanilla/dp/B00K5HV1HO
my bad, gave you the wrong brand, this is basically the same: 3M Oral Care ESPE 12117 Clinpro Tooth Creme 0.21% NAF Anti Cavity Toothpaste, Vanilla Mint https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K5HV1HO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_t4erFbHDH70EC