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RE: Tricks for feeling good about a “toothy” smile?
Does anyone else feel like their smile looks totally different in the bathroom mirror versus a selfie? I keep wondering if it’s just the camera or if my teeth really are that... obvious. Is there a trick for not overthin...
RE: How do you get your kids to actually brush their teeth?
Definitely seeing this at my house. My daughter loves picking out her own toothbrushes and toothpaste flavors, but my son? He doesn’t care about that at all - he just wants me to sit with him and tell a silly story while...
RE: Feeling stuck between DIY whitening and the dentist’s chair
That’s honestly such a relief to hear, because I’ve been going back and forth about the same thing. The prices make my eyes water, but then I start worrying - what if the at-home stuff actually messes up my teeth? I trie...
RE: Pain relief that actually works for dry socket?
Clove oil is wild, right? The smell was so much that my eyes watered, but I’d have tried literally anything at that point. I totally get what you mean about ibuprofen - felt like I was just taking it out of habit because...
RE: Getting used to my shiny smile: finally feeling okay about braces
I keep hearing people say “no one notices” the braces, but honestly, isn’t that just something people say to be nice? I haven’t even gotten mine on yet (consult is next week), and I’m already hyper-aware of how much I’ll...
RE: Keeping pain at bay after wisdom tooth extraction: worth the fuss?
I totally relate to the anxiety with the syringe - felt like I needed a steady hand or something. Did you ever worry about messing up the stitches or accidentally causing dry socket? My dentist was super strict too, but ...
RE: What’s your go-to after jaw surgery: wax, salt water, or just toughing it out?
I’m kinda worried about the salt water rinses - how much do they actually help with healing? I keep seeing people recommend them, but I’m nervous about messing something up or making it sting worse. And with wax, does it...
RE: Worth Getting Those Weird Plastic Coatings On Kids’ Teeth?
I keep hearing sealants are super quick and easy, but is there any downside? Like, do they ever come off or trap stuff underneath? I get the whole “fewer cavities” thing, but I’m still kinda nervous about putting anythin...
RE: Best way to get the most out of fluoride: paste or rinse first?
This is exactly what I’ve been stressing about. I’m new to the whole “adulting” at the dentist thing and I keep second-guessing if I’m doing enough, or too much. Is it possible to overdo it with all these products? Like,...
RE: Keeping Teeth Clean Without Breaking the Bank: My Cheap Floss Routine
Is it just me, or does anyone else get super anxious about possibly snapping the threader and having to dig around for it? I swear, I spend more time worrying about losing the little blue thing than actually cleaning my ...
RE: How I managed the cost of my root canal (and did insurance actually help?)
Does anyone actually get the “extras” for crowns? I’m about to get my first one (not thrilled) and the dentist’s office gave me this whole menu of options - like, colored fillings, “tooth jewels,” all kinds of stuff. I k...
RE: Non-surgical ways to handle jaw pain?
I totally relate to the cleaning paranoia. I just started using my night guard and honestly, I’m kind of freaked out about whether I’m cleaning it right. My dentist said not to use mouthwash or hot water, but now I’m sec...
RE: Would you risk a week of mouth pain for a perfect smile?
I totally relate to the fear of long-term damage - like, is it really supposed to hurt that much? I’m about to try whitening for the first time and honestly, reading these stories has me second-guessing. Do you think it’...
RE: How do you feel about fluoride in your tap water?
I totally get the paranoia part - my brain went straight to “is this even safe?” too when I first tasted the tap here. I keep wondering, does anyone else notice their mouth feeling weird after drinking it for a while? Li...
RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day
Is slow progress really always a good thing though? My orthodontist says the same, but I can’t help wondering if it just means they’re being super cautious or maybe not aggressive enough. Does it ever make sense to ask f...