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RE: Why does every night guard feel like a mouthful of plastic?

Honestly, I’ve made hundreds of these things and I still remember the first time I wore one myself—felt like I was trying to sleep with a hockey puck ...

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RE: Stuff I never thought to ask my dentist (but probably should)

You nailed it—those “little” things can spiral if you don’t bring them up. I’ve seen it plenty of times: someone ignores a rough edge or a sore spot, ...

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RE: Worried about stitches after implant surgery

I get what you mean about the blood—sometimes it looks like way more than it actually is, especially when it mixes with saliva. But honestly, I’d be c...

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RE: How I Saved a Ton on My Root Canal (And Didn’t Lose My Mind)

Discount plans can be a decent workaround, but I do wish there were more consistent options that didn’t require so much legwork. The thing I’ve notice...

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RE: Root canal wasn’t as scary as I thought—pain gone!

Interesting point about the pace of appointments at dental schools. In my experience, it can really depend on the student and the supervisor’s style. ...

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RE: Sugar overload and your teeth: a bittersweet truth

Couldn't agree more. I used to swear by my morning caramel latte—until I saw firsthand the havoc sugar was wreaking on my patients' teeth. Decided to ...

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RE: Quick hacks to brighten teeth by morning?

You're right to be cautious—those TikTok hacks can be pretty sketchy. Baking soda occasionally is okay, but honestly, nothing beats regular brushing a...

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RE: Eating comfortably when your mouth feels like a construction zone

That's a decent workaround, but I'd still advise caution with frozen fruits. Even slightly thawed, the acidity in mangoes can irritate sensitive gums....

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

Material definitely matters, but honestly, I think the fit itself might be even more critical than thickness or type alone. I've seen patients who gri...

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RE: Braces drama: teen loses teeth after DIY hacks go viral

While I totally agree DIY braces are risky and can cause serious damage, saying professional braces just cause "sore gums for a few days" might be und...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

True, denture tablets are generally safe and effective, but just a heads-up: over time, they can be a bit abrasive on softer mouthguard materials. I'd...

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RE: Noticed my gums acting weird lately

You're definitely not alone in this—I've seen a lot of patients who think brushing harder equals cleaner teeth. It's understandable, but gums are pret...

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RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?

I get the appeal of cordless, especially for small spaces...but personally, I've found countertop models still have the edge in consistency and reserv...

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RE: Getting ready for oral surgery—my game plan

Haha, blending pasta might sound tempting now, but honestly, I'd reconsider that one. Blended pasta tends to get gluey and unappetizing pretty quickly...

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RE: Hypothetically, if you tried extracting some herbal stuff at home—like oils or tinctures—and it went kinda wrong (maybe too strong or weird smell or something), how would you fix it?

Honestly, patience might not always be the answer here. If your rosemary oil is that potent right off the bat, it's probably overloaded with plant mat...

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