Totally get what you're saying about sesame oil. First time I tried oil pulling, I went with sesame too (since that's what a lot of traditional source...

Totally agree that treatment plans can vary a lot, even for similar cases. Underbites can be especially tricky because the jaw alignment itself is inv...

Haha, that's exactly how a lot of my patients describe it. Clove oil's effective but definitely an acquired taste. Chamomile tea bags could help—gentl...

I've tried the spray bottle thing too, and yeah, turbulence plus tiny airplane bathrooms—not exactly a winning combo, lol. Lozenges are decent, but ju...

Diluting milk can definitely help ease the transition, but honestly, I've seen mixed results. Some kids adapt quickly, others catch on and flat-out re...

Interesting points here. I've seen similar things with patients in my practice. Switching toothpastes frequently can make it tricky to pinpoint what's...

Had a similar case with my son a few years back. He fell off his scooter and chipped a front tooth—didn't look too bad at first glance, just a small c...

Makes sense...I've noticed kids who are sensory-sensitive or easily overwhelmed sometimes actually do worse in those busier, playful offices. But you'...

I get what you're saying about initial skepticism—people do tend to warm up to tech eventually. But accuracy would be my main concern. I remember when...

Hmm, I get your point, but actually, some orthos do recommend wearing elastics even during meals—depends on the specific treatment goals. I've seen ca...

Local numbing usually does the trick, especially if it's a straightforward biopsy. But yeah, anxiety can make things tougher. Seen patients do well ei...

Honestly, electric toothbrushes can be great, but they're not always the magic solution people think they are. I've seen plenty of folks who initially...