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RE: Braces in your 30s: did you know teeth can move for life?

Honestly, I get what you’re saying about being loyal to the “real deal” when it comes to retainers and all that. But, not gonna lie, I actually had a ...

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RE: BRACES HURT WAY MORE THAN I EXPECTED... WHAT HELPS?

I tried one of those moldable silicone guards when my cheeks were getting absolutely shredded by my brackets. Honestly, it was a bit of a hassle to ge...

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RE: Sealants for Kids: When Did Your Dentist Recommend Them?

Yeah, that’s pretty much what I’ve heard too—five years is the “official” line, but in reality it’s kinda all over the place. My youngest is a champ a...

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RE: Why does every makeover seem to fade after a few weeks?

I totally get the “good enough is usually good enough” vibe, but honestly, I kinda think sometimes that’s why these makeovers fade out so fast. Like, ...

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RE: LOOSE TEETH AND BLEEDING GUMS AFTER NEWS ABOUT MOUTHWASH?

Totally get the appeal of mouthwash, but honestly, I learned the hard way it’s not a substitute for flossing. I used to just swish and go, thinking it...

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RE: Retainer glued in or popping one in and out?

Haha, yeah, the fixed wire is like having a tiny ninja hiding behind your teeth—never know when it’s gonna act up. I’ve had mine for years and cleanin...

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RE: What’s More Important To Ask: Pain Management Or Long-Term Tooth Health?

Totally get what you mean about the wallet crying... dental bills hit different, right? But yeah, fixing the function is a game changer. I used to thi...

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RE: How much is too much when it comes to fluoride rinse?

The lines on those caps are basically invisible, right? I’ve caught myself holding the bottle up to the light and squinting like I’m about to crack a ...

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RE: Tackling decay in 13 teeth

Haha, you’re definitely not the only one poking at your teeth—I do it all the time when something feels “off.” I’ve had a couple of those borderline c...

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RE: Is It Okay to Suck My Thumb at Bedtime?

I get where you’re coming from, but I wouldn’t brush it off too quick either. I sucked my thumb till I was like 12 (yeah, I know lol) and thought my t...

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RE: Toothbrushes on the Go: What Would a Spy Choose?

I totally get the appeal of those UV cases, especially after a gnarly hostel bathroom. But honestly, I’ve just stuck with the old-school travel cap an...

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RE: Little tricks that helped me recover after gum surgery

Making a big batch of saltwater is honestly a game changer—I did the same after my wisdom teeth came out. My dentist said as long as it’s fresh-ish an...

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RE: Dealing with those sneaky in-between tooth cavities

Haha, totally get this. My son used to treat flossers like some kind of chew toy—half the time I was just happy he had it in his mouth at all. Took ag...

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RE: WHY DOES A ROOT CANAL NEED A DO-OVER? UGH.

I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I think the tech does make a pretty big difference—at least in my case. My first root canal was with an ...

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RE: When your new tooth meets old problems: a story prompt

Totally get what you mean. I had this idea that once my implant was in, all my gum drama would just… disappear? Nope. Still gotta floss like a maniac ...

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