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RE: Ice or gauze for a knocked-out tooth - what’s your go-to?
Yeah, my dentist said the same thing. I actually lost a tooth during soccer once and panicked - ended up putting it in water because I didn’t have milk. It worked okay, but apparently milk’s better for the cells. Never w...
RE: Tooth Knocked Out At Playground - What Would You Do?
That story about your nephew sounds rough. I totally get the hesitation - trying to jam a tooth back in, especially with a crying kid, just feels like a recipe for disaster. I’ve read that time is super important, but ho...
RE: Can switching to electric brushes really brighten your smile?
I’ve wondered the same thing about those “whitening” brush heads. I used the regular Sonicare heads for a while and then tried the “DiamondClean” ones that are supposed to be extra good for whitening. Honestly, if there’...
RE: Getting those plastic coatings as an adult - worth it?
I get what you mean about being paranoid - after mine were put on, I kept checking for rough patches too. My dentist said just regular brushing and flossing is fine, but honestly, it feels like stuff clings to my molars ...
RE: Keeping dentures fresh when you’re forgetful like me
Honestly, I think the universe just has it out for denture wearers sometimes. I’ve definitely woken up to that weird, stale smell and immediately regretted skipping a scrub the night before. It’s like the dentures are se...
RE: Keeping Those Chompers in Place: My Routine for Secure Dentures
I totally get what you mean about the pads - sometimes I’ll spend way too long trying to get them just right, and if they’re even a little crooked, it bugs me the whole day. I’ve wondered if there’s a trick to not obsess...
RE: Sealants at the Dentist vs. School Clinic: Which Is Better for Your Wallet?
I’m right there with you about double-checking everything, especially when it comes to my kids’ teeth. I’ve actually had both experiences - my daughter got sealants at the school clinic, and my son at our regular dentist...