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Dr. Zakary Kronquist

Dentist | General Practice

Dr. Zakary Kronquist is a Dentist practicing in Santa Ana, CA. Dr. Kronquist specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
7 years Experience
Dr. Zakary Kronquist
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • University of the Pacific
  • Accepting new patients

Can you rinse with mouthwash with dentures in?

Yes absolutely you can! However, it may be more effective to take your dentures out, clean them, and rinse your mouth without the dentures in place. Using mouthwash with the dentures READ MORE
Yes absolutely you can! However, it may be more effective to take your dentures out, clean them, and rinse your mouth without the dentures in place. Using mouthwash with the dentures in will rinse the dentures but the purpose of the wash is to get it on your tissue to prevent bad breath. But, either way is just fine :)

Does peroxide help with tooth tartar?

In terms of removing tartar, or plaque, hydrogen peroxide would have a minimal effect; kind of like using mouthwash. Removing plaque requires mechanical debridement via tooth brushing, READ MORE
In terms of removing tartar, or plaque, hydrogen peroxide would have a minimal effect; kind of like using mouthwash. Removing plaque requires mechanical debridement via tooth brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings. Hydrogen peroxide is a common home remedy for whitening teeth and removing some staining along with charcoal and baking soda. However, the American Dental association does not recommend these methods.