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RE: Struggling With Thumb Sucking: How Did You Or Your Kids Stop?
The useful distinction may be whether the dentist is documenting progressive bite changes, not simply reacting to the fact that the habit has lasted a long time. Is there a measured increase in an open bite, overjet, or ...
RE: Which floss brands actually last through the whole mouth?
Mine totally does - she says it feels weird on her gums compared to the waxy ones. I think the texture actually helps pull more gunk out, but yeah, it’s not as smooth. Do you find the woven kind shreds less? Glide always...
RE: Tooth brushing tricks that actually worked for my stubborn kid
We started using an electric toothbrush when my daughter was four. At first she was a little freaked out by the buzzing, but after a few tries, she actually asked for it. It definitely made things quicker, and I think sh...
RE: EATING SOUP FOR WEEKS: HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO CHEW NORMAL FOOD AGAIN?
Funny, I actually found steak way scarier than bread at first - guess I was worried about biting down too hard and feeling that zing. Maybe it’s not just texture, but how much pressure we think we’ll need? Bread can be c...
RE: How much did your dental implant + extraction actually cost?
I get that anxiety - been there! I actually asked for a written breakdown before anything started. Did they give you a treatment plan with itemized costs? Mine included “possible extras,” which was both helpful and kinda...
RE: Why is post-extraction care so confusing?
That syringe thing totally threw me off, too. I waited a couple extra days because I was scared of messing up the healing. Did your dentist say anything about what to do if food gets stuck? I just ended up using saltwate...
RE: Best ways to soothe a teething baby (besides the usual stuff?)
Those freezer silicone teethers are such a game-changer for some kids, right? I remember thinking they looked a bit overhyped, but my nephew actually loved the textured ones - he’d just gnaw away and seem so much happier...
RE: Saw a story about sinus lifts getting more common - anyone else nervous?
That popping feeling when you bend over is so weird, right? I had the exact same thing and kept thinking, “Is this normal?” but it faded pretty quick too. Did you have any trouble with eating certain foods afterward? I f...
RE: Crowns after root canal: always, sometimes, or nah?
I get the hesitation - it’s a lot of money, and it feels like dentists jump to crowns fast. I actually went with just a big filling after my first root canal (molar), because the tooth looked solid and I didn’t want to d...
RE: Switching to floss picks totally changed my nightly routine
That’s exactly where I landed after years of trying to do the “right” thing with regular floss and just…not doing it. I’d start out strong for about a week, then the awkward hand angles and sore gums would get to me and ...
RE: What foods did you give up or swap after getting braces?
Honestly, I felt the same way at first. The chip craving is real, and rice cakes didn’t do it for me either - they just kinda crumbled and got stuck everywhere. I ended up snacking on soft pita bread with hummus or those...
RE: Getting used to eating and talking with new teeth
I totally get this. Bagels were my go-to breakfast, but now they feel like a high-risk sport. For bread, I’ve actually had decent luck with those soft potato rolls - way less chew and no scary crusts. Sourdough is just o...
RE: Making the switch: how I use my water flosser (and where I still mess up)
That mint explosion is real - sometimes it feels like I’m brushing my whole bathroom instead of just my teeth. I agree, the mouthwash doesn’t seem to make a huge difference for plaque, but it does help my gums feel less ...
RE: Chewing Gum That Actually Works For Gross Breath?
That’s interesting about the parsley - never actually tried that, but now I’m curious if it really works. I always felt like mints were just a quick fix, but sometimes the aftertaste bugged me. Did you ever try any of th...
RE: Spotting trouble early: My steps for catching gum issues before they get bad
You’re definitely more on top of it than I was in my twenties. I used to be pretty obsessive about checking for bleeding, but honestly, I’ve found that a little blood now and then doesn’t always mean disaster - sometimes...