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RE: LOOSE TEETH AND BLEEDING GUMS AFTER NEWS ABOUT MOUTHWASH?
I totally relate to that feeling - sometimes the more I focus on my brushing, the more anxious I get about doing it “right,” and then my hands get shaky. Honestly, when I switched from a manual brush to an electric one, ...
RE: Keeping pain at bay after wisdom tooth extraction: worth the fuss?
That salt rinse taste lingered for me too - almost metallic after a while. I kept worrying I was overdoing it, but my dentist said it was normal. Frozen peas are a classic, but I always felt nervous about using anything ...
RE: WEIRD TRICKS PEOPLE SWEAR BY FOR WOBBLY TEETH
The doorknob trick always gave me the chills - even just hearing about it makes my gums ache a little. I remember as a kid, my uncle tried something similar with my cousin, and it was just a mess. Blood, tears, and a too...
RE: Unexpected Everyday Things That Can Tint Your Teeth
I get what you mean, but honestly, I worry about staining more than I probably should. I used to drink a ton of black tea for my nerves, and my teeth got pretty dingy over time. My dentist told me that even things like b...
RE: Moving my jaw around after tightening: does it even help?
I get nervous about moving my jaw too much after a tightening, honestly. My dentist once told me to just rest up and stick to soft foods for a day or two. I’m always worried I’ll mess something up if I move it around too...
RE: Tackling decay in 13 teeth
That’s kind of how it went for me too - didn’t see much in the mirror, but my teeth felt less sensitive after a few weeks. I still get nervous about new spots showing up though. Has anyone actually had visible changes wi...
RE: When your teeth start wiggling: a dental horror story starter
I hear you on the flossing guilt - been there way too often. It’s tough not to panic when a tooth feels loose, especially if you’ve had dental issues before. I always worry I’ll get blamed for “not taking care,” but hone...
RE: How soon did you get back to your routine after a tooth pulled?
I was super anxious about dry socket too, so I probably took it slower than most. Didn’t touch anything crunchy for almost a week and stuck to soft foods longer than my dentist suggested. Walking around the house felt ok...
RE: How I deal with a busted tooth until I can see the dentist
That just made me laugh, because it’s so true. I swear, the first time I tried to eat soup after chipping a molar, I thought I was being careful - then bam, surprise carrot chunk. Nearly jumped out of my chair. It’s like...
RE: Finding the right dentist for dental implants: my step-by-step approach
I can relate to that anxious feeling - every time I think I’ve got the numbers sorted, there’s some new “processing” or “setup” fee that pops up. One place even charged me for a “consultation review” after the fact, whic...
RE: Little trick to help kids dodge cavities: dental "raincoats"
It’s wild how unpredictable those sealants can be. I remember getting them put on my grandkids’ teeth - my oldest had hers last almost through high school, barely a chip. But with the younger one, I swear it felt like we...
RE: Cold packs vs. anti-inflammatories after gum grafts - what worked for you?
I really relate to that. After my graft, I tried so hard to follow the instructions exactly, but the cold pack just made me more tense. I worried about taking too much ibuprofen, but honestly, it helped with the throbbin...
RE: Whitening strips vs. sensitive toothpaste for tricky stains?
That cold zap from the strips is no joke - I remember trying them a few years back and having to sip everything with a straw for a day or two. Even breathing in felt sharp. I get anxious about dental pain, so I’ve stuck ...
RE: Consistent cleanings: worth the hassle?
I get anxious just thinking about skipping cleanings - I did once, and ended up needing a deep cleaning a year later. The dentist found stuff I couldn’t see or feel. As for x-rays, mine only does full-mouth every few yea...
RE: Dealing with awkward braces remarks: brush it off or address it?
I get this all the time. I’m in my 60s and finally got braces after decades of putting it off. Honestly, I usually just mumble something like “better late than never” and try to laugh it off, but sometimes I wish I could...