I do the same thing. Every time I’ve had to go back for something (like a bracket popping off or a weird ache after an adjustment), I make this mental...
That catgut stuff freaks me out just thinking about it... I can't even handle the taste of those rubber bands sometimes, let alone ancient string. And...
I get the whole “wait and see” thing, but I honestly can’t do it. If there’s even a hint of swelling or pain after a retreatment, I’m calling the offi...
Does anyone else worry about whether the vinegar actually affects the plastic long-term? I tried it once and it definitely helped with the cloudy look...
I get what you mean about feeling nervous—after my braces came off, my teeth felt way more sensitive than before. But I’m not totally convinced baking...
I always get nervous about using anything but the recommended stuff, honestly. My ortho warned me that even a couple days of toothpaste could scratch ...
I totally get the needle anxiety. For me, the idea of IV sedation actually made me more nervous than the gas, just because I hate the whole IV setup. ...
Wait, those tablets actually worked for your niece? I've seen them at my dentist's office but always wondered if they'd freak kids out. I remember usi...
Did cottage cheese really feel smooth to you? I found it kinda lumpy and awkward to swallow comfortably. Maybe it's just me being overly cautious, but...
I get the anxiety around this totally. When I first considered braces, my ortho mentioned an upfront discount too, but honestly it made me nervous—lik...
Did you guys actually put clove oil straight on your gums? Isn't that stuff super strong? I always dilute mine a ton because I'm paranoid about burnin...
I've always wondered about the toothpaste-on-pimples thing... glad I never tried it now. But what about whitening toothpastes—are they safe for braces...
I totally get that anxiety. I once tried toothpaste to clean my retainer because someone said it would freshen it up. Halfway through scrubbing, I pan...
I totally get the hesitation about paperwork—I switched orthodontists halfway through my braces treatment and that alone was a headache. But honestly,...
I've heard about hydrogen peroxide rinses before, but honestly, aren't they a bit risky for enamel? Even diluted, I'm always worried about sensitivity...