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RE: Trouble after wisdom teeth removal vs regular tooth extraction - what’s worse?
Losing a molar threw me off way more than my wisdom teeth ever did too. When I had my wisdoms out, it was a week of soup and ice packs, but after that, everything just felt normal again. But when I lost one of my lower m...
RE: Weirdest thing I learned - hydrogen peroxide is in a bunch of stain removers, even for teeth, and it’s the same stuff in hair bleach.
That’s spot on. I once tried a supposedly “gentle” whitening strip and my gums felt like they’d been sandblasted. Switched to another brand, barely noticed anything except a weird aftertaste. It’s wild how much those lit...
RE: New pain relief options after root tip surgery - anyone else see this?
That sensation drove me nuts after my wisdom teeth came out - like my face was made of rubber bands. I’ve tried those numbing rinses, but honestly, ice packs did more for me in the end. Sometimes old-school comfort just ...
RE: Wearing orthodontic headgear without losing your mind
Man, the waffle iron face marks are too real. I used to wake up with lines so deep I thought they'd never fade. The t-shirt trick worked best for me too - old cotton ones are softer than those covers the orthodontist gav...
RE: Worried about stitches after implant surgery
Yeah, those stitches can really mess with your head. I remember after my own implant, I was convinced every weird tingle or taste meant disaster. For me, it was this funky “plastic” flavor that wouldn’t quit - turns out,...
RE: Sugar overload and your teeth: a bittersweet truth
Celery's actually a solid suggestion - I used to roll my eyes at it too, but after a few dental scares, I gave it a shot. Honestly, dipping it in peanut butter helped ease the boredom factor. As for chocolate cravings......
RE: Eating comfortably when your mouth feels like a construction zone
I totally get what you mean about scrambled eggs feeling gritty. Weird texture, right? For me, oatmeal was the winner - especially if I let it cool down a bit first. Warm but not hot, and just enough cinnamon to distract...