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RE: Should I keep my routine biopsy follow-up or call sooner if symptoms change?
When you contact the clinic, include when the change started and whether it has been steady or comes in episodes. Details such as how long bleeding lasts, how quickly swelling is increasing, or whether numbness is spread...
RE: Should I keep my routine biopsy follow-up or call sooner if symptoms change?
I wouldn’t wait for the routine review if the pain, bleeding, swelling, numbness, or difficulty eating is worsening. Contact the clinic promptly through the phone or portal, explain what changed and when, and ask whether...
RE: Keeping old bridges in shape - what actually works?
I hear you on the water flosser mess, but I do wonder if it’s just a learning curve thing? I used to have water everywhere too, but after a couple weeks I got the hang of it and now it’s honestly less hassle than fiddlin...
RE: Getting comfortable with a big smile even when your gums show
I get what you’re saying about just rolling with it, but I do wonder sometimes if we brush off the “gummy smile” thing too quickly. Like, yeah, most folks probably don’t notice or care, but I’ve had patients who really f...
RE: Feeling stuck between another root canal or just pulling the tooth?
That’s a legit concern, especially with kids. Implants usually aren’t even an option until growth’s done - otherwise they can end up looking weird or getting buried as the jaw changes. Bridges can work, but they also mea...
RE: What would you do if your parent refused to see the dentist?
That “I’m too old for this” line cracks me up - my dad pulled it on me, too. I remember him saying, “At my age, what difference does it make?” I tried to flip it and said something like, “Well, if you want to keep enjoyi...
RE: Why is post-extraction care so confusing?
That’s such a good point - what counts as “soft” is way more confusing than it sounds. I’ve had patients ask if pasta is okay, or even if they can have ice cream with little cookie bits (which... yeah, those bits are sne...
RE: LOOSE TEETH AND BLEEDING GUMS AFTER NEWS ABOUT MOUTHWASH?
I totally get what you mean about the guessing game. I’ve seen people react all over the place to different rinses - some swear by them, others just get more irritation. My own kiddo hated mouthwash, even the “for kids” ...
RE: Ever notice how veneers were invented by a Hollywood dentist?
Insurance rules really are a maze. But with veneers, I’ve actually seen cases where they got partially covered - usually when there’s a legit structural issue, like after an accident or major enamel loss, not just for lo...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
That timer is honestly such a game changer for people who tend to zone out while brushing. I hear all the time, “I thought I was brushing long enough,” but then the timer shows it’s been, like, 45 seconds. I’m with you o...
RE: When your teeth start wiggling: a dental horror story starter
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve seen some kids actually get more anxious just waiting out that numbness. Sometimes distraction works, but for others, it just drags out the weird feeling and makes them ...
RE: Best brushes for keeping braces clean - worth going electric?
I totally get what you mean about folks brushing too hard - I've seen so many people with sore gums just from going at it like they're scrubbing a pan. The pressure sensor is honestly underrated. But I do wonder, does an...
RE: Making the switch: how I use my water flosser (and where I still mess up)
That cracked me up - been there, regretted that. Mouthwash in the tank is way more intense than I expected, and honestly, it can be a little harsh on the gums if you use anything but a super diluted mix. Lukewarm water r...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
I hear you on the mashed potatoes and hope method, but honestly, I think a lot of folks underestimate how individual pain responses are. Tylenol or Advil works for some, but not everyone. Sometimes alternating them can h...
RE: If you could only pick one vitamin for your teeth, which would it be?
That’s not just you overthinking - there’s actually a lot of people who notice tooth sensitivity when their calcium or vitamin D is out of whack. I see it in the chair more often than you’d think, especially with folks w...