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RE: Keeping that post-root canal cheek puff under control
I actually think the gel packs can be a little overrated, especially if you’re dealing with significant swelling. They’re convenient, sure, but like you said, they don’t hold the cold as long as something like frozen pea...
RE: What Did You Have To Take Before Your Oral Surgery?
It’s honestly kind of shocking how inconsistent the pre-op instructions can be. I’ve had two oral surgeries (one wisdom tooth extraction, one implant), and both times the protocols were different - even though they were ...
RE: Choosing the right root canal doc - what mattered most for you?
Honestly, I agree with most of that - communication is huge. But I do think some tech matters, at least for tricky cases. My last root canal, the dentist used some kind of 3D imaging to spot a hidden canal that my previo...
RE: ADJUSTING TO A MOUTH FULL OF NEW HARDWARE: A DAILY TALE
That’s definitely true - water flossers can turn your bathroom into a mini car wash if you’re not careful. I’ve found that adjusting the pressure setting and keeping your mouth partially closed helps, but it’s still not ...
RE: Why is post-extraction care so confusing?
I get what you mean. After my wisdom tooth extraction, I was super paranoid about seeds and bits getting stuck in the socket. The dentist explained that even tiny particles can act as a foreign body, potentially leading ...
RE: WEIRD TRICKS PEOPLE SWEAR BY FOR WOBBLY TEETH
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually had a different experience with salt water rinses. After a rough wisdom tooth extraction, my dentist swore by them - not for tightening, but for reducing inflammation. I not...