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RE: Does an oral-surgery estimate usually include the facility and anesthesia?
- Along with the fee estimates, check with the insurer whether the surgeon, facility, and anesthesia provider are each in network, and whether the planned setting needs separate authorization. A quote can stay the same w...
RE: Keeping old bridges in shape - what actually works?
- Water flossers: honestly, I feel like I’m trying to wrangle a tiny pressure washer in my mouth. First time I used it, I managed to spray the mirror, the sink, and myself. I guess my bathroom needed a wash anyway... - T...
RE: Keeping Those Chompers in Place: My Routine for Secure Dentures
Totally get that - crunchy bread is like playing denture roulette. Haven’t tried the “cushions” yet, but your microwave trick made me laugh. At least you’re experimenting. Keep at it, you’ll find your groove.
RE: Regretting my shiny smile? My clear aligner journey vs my brother’s braces
- 100% relate to the “mental energy” part. I swear, I felt like I was running a covert operation just to keep my teeth in line. - I also set like three alarms a day - one for lunch, one for coffee, and one for when I in...
RE: What’s your go-to after jaw surgery: wax, salt water, or just toughing it out?
- I totally get the fear of switching. I stuck with wax for weeks just because my brain was like, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” even though it was definitely breaking every time I drank tea. - Silicone does look bul...
RE: Keeping sore gums in check: what actually works for you?
- Totally relate to the salt water thing - everyone swears by it, but for me it just made my mouth feel like I’d gargled with the ocean (not in a good way). - Bleeding gums freak me out, too. My dentist said a *little* b...