Carrielyn
Member Since: May 29, 2012Reviews
OxiClean Max Force White Revive Laundry Stain Remover & Booster
Love this stuff!! Works amazing! Everything came out so bright. Don't know how I lived without it. Even the kids socks look like new! I'm adding it to my regular laundry routine.
Love this stuff!! Works amazing! Everything came out so bright. Don't know how I lived without it. Even the kids socks look like new! I'm adding it to my regular laundry routine. -
Oral-B CrossAction Pro-Health Toothbrush
It claims to provide 7 benefits for a cleaner healthier mouth; removes hard-to-reach plaque, reduces gingivitis, cleans along the gum line, polishes away surface stain, removes odor-causing germs on tongue, stimulates gums, gentle on enamel and... +
It claims to provide 7 benefits for a cleaner healthier mouth; removes hard-to-reach plaque, reduces gingivitis, cleans along the gum line, polishes away surface stain, removes odor-causing germs on tongue, stimulates gums, gentle on enamel and gums.
That’s a lot of claims for a toothbrush – that is one hard working toothbrush. REMEMBER! In order for all these claims to be true the operator, YOU, has to be using the toothbrush correctly or else none of these claims can actually be true.
What about the features of the toothbrush?
It features: CrossAction Bristles, Tongue and Cheek Cleaner, Soft gum stimulator, PowerTip Bristles, Indicator Bristles.
But First….one thing…
When I looked at the toothbrush in the package I looked down at my Great Dane and said “This thing has got to be for you.” Thinking as a Dental Professional, that toothbrush is too big. If I was still practicing in an office and a patient asked me about whether or not they should buy this toothbrush I would tell them no, it is too big. I would never buy this toothbrush for myself or my family. There is no possible way I can properly clean the back of my molars with this HUGE head of a toothbrush and I have been trained in every possible way, shape, and form of brushing teeth. I have taught children, adults, seniors, and people with disabilities effective ways of brushing their teeth and I would NOT recommend this brush. It is by and far too big. I’m sorry Oral B in my professional opinion it is TOO BIG. What makes it too big? The “soft gum stimulators” on either side of the head which I can only get to either stimulate my tooth or the top of my mouth. If you removed that part of the toothbrush you would be looking at a much more natural human sized toothbrush.
The CrossAction bristles are as always the mark of an OralB toothbrush. They are effective, again as long as the operator of the toothbrush itself is effective.
The tongue and Cheek Cleaner is located on the backside of the toothbrush. I tried that it was effective on the tongue, it wasn’t as effective on the cheek. I went back to the tongue and cheek cleaner that is available on ALL toothbrushes which is the bristles. This goes back to my comment about reinventing the wheel. The bristles, in my opinion, are a far better way to clean the tongue, cheeks, and never mentioned palate areas; give them a once over with the “cheek cleaner” then with the bristles and make your own choice.
The Soft Gum Stimulators I think these have made the toothbrush too big and therefore ineffective for proper cleaning of the back molars. These are the reason I would not purchase this toothbrush in the future.
Power Tip Bristles are a set of bristles to a point at the end of the toothbrush for focusing in on an area. I like this feature although it is pretty standard on many toothbrushes.
Indicator Bristles; to be honest I rarely believe the indicator bristle instead I rely on the condition of my toothbrush. This is a personal preference only.
I have used this toothbrush over the course of three days and I have to stop using it. I can tell that my molars are not getting cleaned properly and I need to pull out my electric toothbrush and clean my teeth again. I have tried to use several different brushing techniques with this brush and it just comes down to the fact that this brush is just too big.
Editor's Note: this member received a free product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Crest Pro-Health Multi-Protection Rinse
It claims to kill germs, helps prevent plaque, helps prevent gingivitis, keeps teeth cleaner, freshens breath, without the burning sensation of alcohol. The flavor is refreshing clean mint and yes; the flavor is nice, unless you get too big of a... +
It claims to kill germs, helps prevent plaque, helps prevent gingivitis, keeps teeth cleaner, freshens breath, without the burning sensation of alcohol.
The flavor is refreshing clean mint and yes; the flavor is nice, unless you get too big of a swig. Less is definitely more. You need to wait 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything according to the instructions because of this I would most likely suggest this rinse to someone who is having issues with gingivitis/periodontal problems. It is important to note that the Cetylpyridinium Chloride can cause brown staining on the teeth most likely in between the teeth so if this starts its best to stop using it. It is possible to remove the staining at home but in some cases a dentist is required to remove the stains.
I like the rinse. Of the three products I tested this is the one I could most likely see myself purchasing in the future if needed and if it does not cause any staining. I wouldn’t suggest this for the person using a mouth wash to hide the aroma of their morning latte, for that I would suggest a run of the mill mouthwash. The Crest Pro-Health is geared more for mouths with active health issues.
Editor's Note: this member received a free product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Crest Pro-Health ProFresh Toothpaste
Crest Pro-Health ToothPaste It claims One toothpaste that does it all: Fights cavities, fights plaque, fights gingivitis, builds increasing protection against painful sensitivity, fights tartar, whitens teeth, freshens breath. The flavor is Cool... +
Crest Pro-Health ToothPaste It claims One toothpaste that does it all: Fights cavities, fights plaque, fights gingivitis, builds increasing protection against painful sensitivity, fights tartar, whitens teeth, freshens breath.
The flavor is Cool Pepperment, it’s not jumping out as a terrific flavor to me. It certainly doesn’t stay there for “hours” as the box says. I find this toothpaste quite gritty which is probably because it whitens, under the non-medicinal ingredients, hydrated silica is listed as an ingredient. This would be used as the abrasive which is generally larger in toothpastes that whiten. I wouldn’t use this toothpaste regularly because of this. I might choose this every second or third time I purchased toothpaste. I have used other whitening toothpastes and have never really felt the ‘grit’ before but this one was really obvious. In case you’re interested this silica is also used in cat litter, dynamite, and flame retardants (just a little trivia for you courtesy of Wikipedia).
Editor's Note: this member received a free product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Fifty Shades of Grey
YAY! Great Story, couldn't put the series down read all three in about a week. Enjoyed it so much, a must must read.
YAY! Great Story, couldn't put the series down read all three in about a week.
Enjoyed it so much, a must must read.
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Tassimo Caramel Macchiato
Not what I was hoping for, while I was making it, it smelled divine like Starbucks was in my kitchen but it lacked the depth of flavor. Better off getting the regular latte and adding your own flavor.
Not what I was hoping for, while I was making it, it smelled divine like Starbucks was in my kitchen but it lacked the depth of flavor. Better off getting the regular latte and adding your own flavor. -
Lindt Lindor Chocolate Truffles
LOVE LOVE LOVE...the only problem is that I can't stop....the white chocolate are my favorite....the center is so amazing I could just die!!
LOVE LOVE LOVE...the only problem is that I can't stop....the white chocolate are my favorite....the center is so amazing I could just die!! -
Nestlé Smarties Vice Versa
Smarties Vice Versa could be left on the shelf if you ask me. Since they changed the flavors of the regular smarties I haven't been a fan but saw these and thought we'd give them a try....the white chocolate isn't good at all and the dark chocolate... +
Smarties Vice Versa could be left on the shelf if you ask me. Since they changed the flavors of the regular smarties I haven't been a fan but saw these and thought we'd give them a try....the white chocolate isn't good at all and the dark chocolate doesn't even taste like the normal smarties chocolate...I don't know what happened but it was not what I was hoping for. -
Olympic Krema Greek Style Coconut Yogurt
The coconut flavor is the best, while the Cafe Latte comes in at a strong second. Creamy and perfect taste. Put some strawberries in a bowl and cover it with the coconut yogurt and it's the best thing EVER!!
The coconut flavor is the best, while the Cafe Latte comes in at a strong second. Creamy and perfect taste. Put some strawberries in a bowl and cover it with the coconut yogurt and it's the best thing EVER!! -
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