You've really hit the nail on the head here. I've seen similar results with my grandkids—initially, small rewards helped them get into the habit, but ...
Mashed potatoes were a winner for me too—though I did get tired of them pretty fast, haha. Another thing that helped was oatmeal; easy to eat and gent...
I totally get your hesitation about hydrogen peroxide, especially with braces. I've tried it myself a couple of times, and honestly, it did leave my t...
I can relate to your concerns about needles—I used to feel the same way. I've had both laughing gas and IV sedation for different dental procedures, a...
I completely understand your concern about soup not being filling enough. When I had my braces adjusted, I found that blending soups with hearty ingre...
I've noticed the same thing about cordless models—they can be a bit intense at first, especially if your gums are sensitive or you're new to water flo...
I can relate to this a lot. When I had my bone graft, I initially went down the rabbit hole of online searches too, and it definitely helped at first....
Interesting to hear that your teeth adjusted back after returning to fluoride toothpaste. I had a similar experience myself—tried fluoride-free for a ...
That's wonderful to hear. Finding someone who genuinely connects with kids makes all the difference. I remember my granddaughter's first dentist visit...
This resonates with me. When my grandkids first started going to the dentist, I noticed their anxiety mirrored their parents' nervousness. It wasn't u...
That's definitely true, but I'd also suggest not overlooking experience and technical skill. When my grandkids first went to the dentist, we initially...
My dentist recommended Sensodyne Rapid Relief toothpaste after my whitening session, and it genuinely helped ease the discomfort. I had similar sensit...
Totally relate to this—warm stuff was uncomfortable for me too initially. Chilled soups like gazpacho ended up being a lifesaver...savory, soothing, a...
I get the appeal of adhesive strips, but honestly, they never quite worked out for me. Maybe it's just my technique (or lack thereof!), but I always e...