Rаchel is а 68-yeаr-оld patient that has been cоming tо your office for seven years. During the review of her medical history, she tells you that she had a stroke eight months ago that has left her very weak on her right side. She now takes blood thinning medication everyday as well as two medications for hypertension. Her blood pressure reading was 136/88. In the past she has had wonderful oral hygiene care at every visit, but today she presents with moderate to heavy biofilm and generalized slight calculus. Your oral assessment reveals normal salivary flow and no decay, but the patient reports that her teeth are now quite sensitive to cold. You should advise this patient to look for a toothpaste with _________ to help with the tooth sensitivity.
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Rаchel is а 68-yeаr-оld patient that has been cоming tо your office for seven years. During the review of her medical history, she tells you that she had a stroke eight months ago that has left her very weak on her right side. She now takes blood thinning medication everyday as well as two medications for hypertension. Her blood pressure reading was 136/88. In the past she has had wonderful oral hygiene care at every visit, but today she presents with moderate to heavy biofilm and generalized slight calculus. Your oral assessment reveals normal salivary flow and no decay, but the patient reports that her teeth are now quite sensitive to cold. Which oral hygiene aid could be recommended to help improve her biofilm control?