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RE: finally brace-free - how would you mark the occasion?
This is exactly what I recommend to my patients too. It's funny how something as simple as biting into an apple can feel so strange after braces. One patient told me it felt like her teeth weren't even hers at first - al...
RE: Surviving the Liquid Food Life After Jaw Surgery
Interesting you mentioned the cold helping numb things...for me, it was the total opposite. Smoothies felt way too cold and actually made my jaw ache more. I ended up preferring lukewarm soups - nothing too hot or cold. ...
RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
My sister had a similar experience - she stocked up on frozen fruit and yogurt thinking smoothies would be perfect, but after surgery she said the cold made her jaw ache. Lukewarm soups ended up being her go-to for the f...
RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years - here's what worked for me
I totally get the hesitation about bumping up the pressure. When I first switched mine higher, my gums definitely felt a bit tender for a few days - nothing major, just noticeable when brushing or eating crunchy stuff. B...
RE: Getting ready for oral surgery - my game plan
Interesting you mention ocean waves - I had a patient once who swore by forest sounds, birds chirping and all that. But personally, I find those bird noises way too distracting...like I'm constantly waiting for the next ...
RE: Finally found a comfy mouthguard my kid doesn't hate
We had a similar experience - my daughter hated the boil-and-bite ones too, said they made her gag. Finally went custom-fit and suddenly no more complaints...guess comfort really does make a difference, huh? Glad you fou...
RE: Making your mouthguard less annoying to wear
Hmm, trimming can help sometimes, but honestly I've seen a few cases where people trimmed too much and ended up with uneven pressure points. Maybe try softening it in warm water first? Worked wonders for me when mine fel...
RE: Gentle brushing battle: Sonicare vs Oral-B for touchy gums
I've actually tried both, and honestly, they're both solid choices. Sonicare does feel gentler overall - I remember when I first switched, it almost felt like it wasn't doing enough because it was so gentle, but my denti...
RE: Is tightening too often doing more harm than good?
Reading this reminded me of a patient I had a while back. She was convinced that faster tightening meant quicker results, so she kept asking for more frequent adjustments. Against my better judgment, I tried to accommoda...
RE: Trying again vs. switching things up - what's your take?
Had something similar happen with a patient of mine - she swore up and down this one toothpaste did nothing for her sensitivity. Months later, after we sorted out some gum inflammation, she gave it another go and suddenl...
RE: Finally overcame my fear of dentists - anyone else managed this?
It's always interesting to hear these experiences from the patient's side. I've worked with a lot of nervous patients, and honestly, the difference between a good dental experience and a bad one often comes down to how c...
RE: Stuck spinach scenario - what would you do?
Haha, been there myself - spinach is sneaky like that. Honestly, most people get it and won't judge. Quick story: once had a patient who carried a tiny mirror everywhere just for braces checks...not a bad idea, actually.