I totally get where you’re coming from. My son freaked out before his first filling, and I was torn between just getting him sedated or trying to help...
I hear you on the exhaustion. It’s like, you’re trying to do all the “right” things, but there’s always that nagging feeling you’re missing something ...
That sidewalk taste is spot on... I’ll never forget the gritty feel either. I totally agree about moderation—baking soda’s fine every now and then, bu...
That “chipmunk face” feeling is all too familiar—I was in the same boat, just hoping for the swelling to go down. When I went in last year, my dentist...
I totally get the appeal of the water flosser—my kid with braces is way more likely to use it too. But I actually had a different experience when we s...
I totally get the pressure thing—my son has braces, and I was worried about blasting his gums too hard. What worked for us was starting on the lowest ...
We went the monthly route too, and honestly it was a lifesaver. But one thing I'd suggest is getting a second opinion before committing. Our first ort...
Haha, totally relate to this! After my bone graft, I remember being super cautious about food too. Rice was definitely enemy number one—felt like a mi...
Reading this thread brings back memories of when I first got braces. My orthodontist was super cautious and explained every step clearly, but even the...
I totally agree with you on personalized instructions. When I had my wisdom teeth out, the surgeon gave me a generic printout, and honestly, it wasn't...
Yeah, dental schools can definitely test your patience and nerves. I get why you felt anxious—sitting there for hours while they discuss every step ca...
Your post really hit home for me—I’m actually in the process of getting a second opinion right now because the first dentist was a bit vague about bon...
That's actually a pretty smart approach—spreading them around the house is bound to save you some headaches. I used to lose mine constantly until I ma...
Totally agree with this. I used to brush way too hard thinking it meant cleaner teeth, but my gums started getting irritated and receding slightly. My...