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RE: Fluoride Rinses: Worth the Hype or Nah?
It doesn’t sound like you’re wasting your money, especially if you’re prone to cavities or your dentist has recommended a fluoride rinse. The 30-second swish and waiting half an hour before eating or drinking are sensibl...
RE: Keeping that post-root canal cheek puff under control
Yeah, the advice around meds after dental work is all over the place. I get why you’d be anxious - after my wisdom tooth extraction, I was stuck in the same loop: dentist said alternate Tylenol and ibuprofen, then a nurs...
RE: Weirdest thing I learned about cleaning clear aligners
That “plastic” smell thing is real - I get it every now and then, especially if I don’t rinse my aligners right away after using the cleaning crystals. It’s like a weird chemical-y scent? Not super strong, but enough to ...
RE: EATING SOUP FOR WEEKS: HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO CHEW NORMAL FOOD AGAIN?
That’s funny, I always thought chips would be the worst, but lettuce really does have that weird edge to it. For me, bread was actually the least awful - like, toast was a nightmare, but super soft white bread kind of me...
RE: Snacking without guilt: why is it so hard to find treats that don't wreck your teeth?
Cheese is honestly underrated as a snack, especially for teeth. I used to feel weird about eating it at my desk, but my hygienist said it actually helps balance out acids in your mouth. The only downside is it’s not exac...
RE: Trying to keep my teeth happy with diabetes… anyone else struggle?
I get what you mean about the baking soda - it always seems a bit too abrasive, even if the dentist says it’s okay in moderation. I’ve tried roasted chickpeas a few times and honestly, texture-wise, they can be hit or mi...
RE: Keeping old bridges in shape - what actually works?
I totally get what you mean about the water flosser mess. I caved and bought one a couple years back because everyone was raving about how “life-changing” it was, but in reality, I just ended up with water all over the c...
RE: Swollen gums and braces: is this normal or just me?
Yeah, the brackets really do make everything a pain. I’ve noticed if I slack off on brushing right at the gumline, the swelling gets worse. Water flossers sound tempting - never tried one, but regular flossing is such a ...
RE: How much did your dental implant + extraction actually cost?
That unpredictability is honestly the worst part. I totally relate to this: The first time I did an implant, I thought I had a solid quote, then got hit with “surprise” charges for grafting and extra imaging. It’s wild ...