Came across this news piece today where dentists shared some pretty wild stories about cavities they've seen—like one patient who drank soda instead of water for years. Um, kinda scary stuff honestly. Anyone else catch this article? Curious what you all think about it.
Yikes, I saw that article too and honestly, it made me glad I've cut back on sugary drinks lately. As someone who's spent way too many hours in an orthodontist's chair, trust me—it's not worth the hassle. But hey, on a brighter note, it's never too late to make small changes. Even swapping out a soda or two for water each day can make a huge difference. Plus, your teeth (and wallet) will thank you later...speaking from experience here, haha.
Totally agree, cutting back on sugary drinks helps a ton. But honestly, cavities can pop up from other sneaky sources too—like those chewy granola bars or dried fruits that stick around way longer than you'd think. Learned that the hard way after my dentist pointed it out...who knew? Now I'm always double-checking labels and rinsing with water after snacks. Small habits really do add up over time.
Yeah, dried fruits are sneaky for sure. My orthodontist mentioned the same thing—apparently raisins and dried mango bits love getting stuck around brackets and wires, making cavities even more likely. Ever tried flossing dried cranberries out of braces? Not fun, haha. I've started swapping them out for fresh fruit or crunchy veggies instead. Do you find rinsing with water enough, or do you brush after snacks too? Curious what's working best for everyone else.
