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RE: Surprising Stories About Flossing Habits That Actually Changed Smiles

I’ll admit, I’m not totally convinced water flossers are the magic solution some folks make them out to be. I gave one a fair shot a couple years back...

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RE: How do you know if it's teething or just a fussy baby?

Honestly, I think you’re spot-on about trusting your gut and not rushing to the doctor for every little thing. With my grandkids, it’s always a guessi...

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RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth—baking soda vs activated charcoal?

I hear you on the uneven color after braces—had the same thing back in the day, and it bugged me for years. I’ve tried both baking soda and charcoal. ...

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RE: Struggling With Kicking the Nighttime Bottle—Is It Really That Bad for Teeth?

I get that “missing a night here and there isn’t going to undo all your efforts,” but honestly, I’ve seen firsthand how quickly small lapses can add u...

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RE: Where do you go first in a dental crisis—ER, urgent care, or straight to your dentist?

I get what you’re saying about urgent care being less judgy, but I have to admit, I’m a little skeptical about relying on them for dental stuff. Last ...

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RE: Turns out cartoons at the dentist actually help kids chill out

I get that screens and music can distract kids, but I’m not convinced they’re the best solution long-term. My own grandkids get so focused on the tabl...

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RE: Would you wait or go straight for an implant after losing a tooth?

I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had the opposite experience. For me, dragging things out with flippers and temporary fixes made it ...

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RE: Making braces adjustments less of a pain (literally): my go-to trick

That whole protein monotony is real—eggs get old fast. I ended up leaning hard on Greek yogurt and cottage cheese, though I know not everyone’s a fan....

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RE: Do you get dental sealants for your kids (or yourself), or nah?

That age cutoff drives me nuts too. I remember my dentist saying the risk for deep grooves and cavities doesn't magically disappear at 14. My grandkid...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

I hear you on the enamel—once it’s gone, there’s really no going back. I’ve tried a few of those “miracle” overnight tricks in my younger days (lemon ...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

Moderation really is key, but honestly, timing seems just as important. I've noticed that brushing immediately after acidic foods actually made my sen...

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RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day

You're definitely not alone there—I used to do the exact same thing. After every adjustment, I'd find myself subconsciously biting down and checking a...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

I've had mixed results with baking soda too, honestly. It's great for some things, but wine stains are stubborn as heck. Hydrogen peroxide definitely ...

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RE: Finally figured out how to get stains out like the pros

I've used baking soda paste plenty of times, especially on coffee stains, and honestly, it's been hit or miss for me. It can lighten the stain a bit, ...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I've actually used denture tablets for years now, and while I can't say they noticeably extend the lifespan, they definitely keep things feeling fresh...

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