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RE: Keeping sore gums in check: what actually works for you?

That made me laugh—water flossers really are a menace when you’re still figuring them out. I remember thinking I’d mastered it, then next thing I know...

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RE: The great dental quest: searching for planet-friendly floss

Yeah, the “compostable” thing gets me too—most curbside programs just toss that stuff in the landfill anyway. I tried silk floss and had the same shre...

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RE: Feeling normal after a root canal—did anyone else bounce back quick?

Yeah, I’ve noticed the recovery from a root canal can really vary, but your experience lines up with what I see a lot—minimal pain after the numbness ...

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RE: Little tricks that helped me recover after gum surgery

I can relate to the sprinkle disaster—my son tried to sneak in crushed cookies once and it was a mess. Did anyone else notice if texture made a differ...

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RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened—normal or not?

That pain log idea is underrated, honestly. I kept a notes app running during my last round of ortho work, and it helped me notice a pattern—my lower ...

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RE: Which is better: letting a retreatment heal naturally or pushing for a quick fix?

That metallic taste is such a weird one, right? I remember thinking I was imagining things until it got stronger. For retreatment, I usually lean towa...

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RE: Which is better: letting a retreatment heal naturally or pushing for a quick fix?

Which Is Better: Letting A Retreatment Heal Naturally Or Pushing For A Quick Fix? I totally get the urge to want a quick answer—especially when it’s ...

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RE: Tips for keeping sane after getting a dry socket

Yeah, I learned the hard way that even tiny food particles can be a problem—scrambled eggs included. I started with lukewarm, super-thin cream of whea...

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RE: If your insurance barely covers dental work, how would you handle a pricey root canal?

That’s so true about payment plans—some of them look good on paper but end up costing more than you expect. Has anyone actually had luck getting a den...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

That’s interesting, because for me, the switch actually made my gums feel less tender over time—but I also changed toothpaste around the same period. ...

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RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?

I’ve actually asked my hygienist about this exact thing because I wanted to cut down on steps. She said the “spit, don’t rinse” approach after brushin...

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