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RE: Weirdest things that actually help with braces pain
I totally get the paranoia about mouth guards with braces - I had the same worry, especially after my ortho warned me about them messing up tooth movement. For me, wax strips were a game changer for those spots where the...
RE: Which Toothbrush Actually Makes a Difference?
I get what you mean about the pressure sensor making you feel “scolded by a robot,” but honestly, I’ve found the tech can sometimes make me overthink the whole process. Do you think it’s possible that just being more mi...
RE: Brightening My Smile Without The Ouch - Is It Possible?
That’s a huge win in my book - my teeth used to zing if I even thought about ice water. I totally get what you mean about trays taking forever. Have you noticed any improvement with sensitivity over time? For me, switchi...
RE: Retainer glued in or popping one in and out?
That glue taste is honestly the worst - kind of like chewing on a plastic balloon, if that makes sense. I’ve always wondered if it’s supposed to be that nasty or if it’s just a side effect no one bothered to fix. I had m...
RE: How much did your dental implant + extraction actually cost?
That’s a good point about the extras - I had to get a bone graft too, and honestly, my wallet still hurts thinking about it. Did your insurance cover any of that, or was it all out of pocket for you? I always wonder if I...
RE: Tackling decay in 13 teeth
Honestly, I actually had the opposite happen - when my kid started brushing super gently, we ended up with more plaque at his next cleaning. Maybe it’s just us, but we had to find a middle ground. Did you have to remind ...
RE: Moving my jaw around after tightening: does it even help?
That “you’ll know what feels okay” line used to make me roll my eyes too. Like, if I knew, I wouldn’t be asking, right? I remember after my first adjustment, I barely moved my jaw and it just made the next day worse - ev...
RE: Which is easier: healing from a simple extraction or a surgical one?
I get the worry about food getting stuck - happened to me too, but a little salt water rinse really helped. Did your dentist mention using a syringe after a few days? The numbness is weird at first, but it wears off fast...
RE: Surprised by all the buzz over mouth sprays lately
I totally get where you’re coming from - those sprays seem like a quick fix, but they never lasted long for me either. I tried one during a road trip when my mouth felt like sandpaper, and it worked for maybe ten minutes...
RE: How people are handling tooth trauma pain lately
That plasticky taste is the worst - totally throws you off, right? I had a temp crown once that tasted like a pool float for a week, but then the permanent one was so much better. Did you ever try rinsing with salt water...
RE: Getting used to new dentures: slow and steady or all at once?
Can totally relate to the “bit off more than I could chew” part. Early on, I tried to eat a soft sub sandwich and ended up with sore gums for days - definitely learned my lesson there. Mashed potatoes and eggs were my go...
RE: Which one actually gets your teeth cleaner: blasting with water or good ol’ string floss?
String floss with braces is basically an Olympic sport - my bathroom mirror still has the battle scars. I totally get what you mean about water flossers being easier for daily use. I’ve noticed the same thing: if I’m tir...
RE: WHY DOES A ROOT CANAL NEED A DO-OVER? UGH.
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from. I had a root canal on a molar a couple years ago, and thought that was the end of it. Six months later, I started getting this weird throbbing pain again… not super intense, but ...
RE: Anyone dealt with wobbly teeth? What worked for you?
Grinding got me too - my dentist said it’s a sneaky culprit for loose teeth. Did your splint stay on long? Mine was supposed to be temporary, but I ended up keeping it for almost six months. Curious if anyone else had to...
RE: Dealing with a little dental dread in my house
Ceiling tile counting is a classic - I’ve done the same thing, and honestly, I think they put those weird patterns up there just to give us something to zone out on. I totally get your worry about missing the dentist tal...