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RE: That moment when your braces wire starts stabbing you mid-meal
Silicone covers were a lifesaver for me, honestly. The wax just disappeared any time I had soup or coffee, and half the time I’d bite into it by accident anyway. The silicone ones stuck around way better, even if they fe...
RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth - baking soda vs activated charcoal?
Honestly, I wanted to believe in the charcoal hype too. My cousin swore by it, but after one try my teeth felt rough and my gums were sore for days. I get what you mean about it feeling like sand - definitely not worth t...
RE: GUM ISSUES SUCK - HERE'S SOMETHING THAT HELPED ME
Totally agree about the leaning trick - wish I'd known that earlier, would've saved me a ton of cleanup. I've noticed cordless Waterpiks are less splashy too, but the countertop model I tried once was basically a fountai...
RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?
I've had pretty similar experiences with mouthguards, honestly. Mine usually last around 6-9 months before they start feeling kinda gross, even with regular cleaning. One thing my dentist mentioned was that bacteria can ...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
Interesting to hear the salt water rinse worked well for you guys. For me, it wasn't really helpful at all - I tried it a few times but didn't notice much difference. In fact, what actually helped me most was sticking to...
RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts
My son didn't really complain much about soreness, but he did say it felt weird at first - more annoying than painful. About lunchtime mishaps, we got him a bright-colored retainer case... harder to overlook than napkins...
RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts
I totally see where you're coming from. I haven't tried aligners myself yet, but my cousin did, and she had a similar experience. She said the first few weeks were pretty annoying - she kept forgetting them at restaurant...
RE: Tricks to get kids excited about brushing teeth
True, interaction can help a lot. But do you think relying on apps might make it harder for kids to stay motivated without tech later on? Curious if anyone's noticed that happening...
RE: Teeth slightly crooked and it's driving me nuts
Honestly, I wouldn't stress too much about just a weekend without your retainer. I've had braces off for about five years now, and there've been a few times when I've gone on vacation and completely forgotten mine. Sure,...
RE: struggling with pain after bone graft - anyone else dealing with this?
Kefir's a good shout, actually. I found cold soups helpful too - like gazpacho or chilled cucumber soup. Sounds weird, but they're refreshing and easy to sip without irritating stitches. Might be worth a try if kefir get...
RE: my dental implants still feel amazing after 8 years - here's what worked for me
I totally get the worry - had my implant about two years now, and at first, every tiny ache or weird feeling made me panic. You're smart to pay attention to flossing though; I learned the hard way that flossing too aggre...
RE: how thorough are you with dental checkups?
Haha, totally get that feeling... my sister's exactly the same - never flosses, rarely brushes before bed, yet zero cavities. Meanwhile, I'm brushing religiously and still end up needing fillings. My dentist mentioned ge...
RE: Curious about recovery time after tooth extraction and implants
Yeah, that's interesting because my dentist mentioned something similar - that healing times can vary a lot based on tooth position and personal factors. Mine healed pretty quickly overall, but I did notice the lower tee...
RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks
Haha, I remember my first electric toothbrush felt like a tiny chainsaw rattling my teeth - took me a week to trust it wouldn't knock out a filling. But yeah, rechargeable is definitely the way to go. Those battery ones ...