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RE: Trying to ditch plastic floss - silk or corn fiber?
That’s exactly what I was worried about with the corn fiber ones - if they can’t handle tight teeth, it’s kind of a dealbreaker for me. I don’t really want to spend extra on something that just falls apart. The water flo...
RE: Floss picks or classic string floss: which actually works better for gums?
I’ve bounced back and forth between picks and string for years, honestly. The tape-style floss is definitely less likely to shred, at least in my experience, and it’s easier on my gums. But I keep wondering if I’m missin...
RE: Braces in your 30s: did you know teeth can move for life?
I totally relate to the frustration of having to maintain something like a retainer for years, especially when it feels like your teeth are just fine. I stopped wearing mine regularly in my late 20s because, honestly, it...
RE: Getting my words back: finally speaking clearly with new dentures
I’ve tried a bunch of adhesives, and honestly, most of them seem to give up once I hit that first cup of coffee. The “all-day hold” claims are a bit optimistic in my experience - maybe if you’re just sipping ice water al...
RE: Sealants at the Dentist vs. School Clinic: Which Is Better for Your Wallet?
I’ve actually wondered about this too, especially since our insurance barely covers sealants and the school clinic was offering them for almost nothing. My oldest got his at the dentist a couple years back, and they’re s...
RE: How long did you wait for new dentures after extractions?
That’s what I kept thinking about too - every extra appointment means more money out of pocket, and those little adjustments add up. I had sore spots pop up a few weeks after extractions, especially where the bone was sh...
RE: How much is too much when it comes to fluoride rinse?
I know what you mean about the chalky aftertaste - sometimes I feel like brushing again just to get rid of it, which probably defeats the whole point. When it comes to fluoride rinse, my dentist told me once a day is ple...
RE: How often do you actually swap out your night guard?
That’s pretty much my rule too, though I admit I try to stretch it a bit longer than I probably should. The price tag on those things isn’t small, and insurance barely covers any of it for me. Still, the smell is a dead ...
RE: When the first fix doesn’t stick: a dental do-over adventure
I get where you’re coming from, but I’m honestly still a bit cautious about “soft foods” too, at least in the first few days. I know yogurt is supposed to be fine, but after my last crown redo, even something as gentle a...
RE: Keeping your tongue scraper from becoming a science experiment
I get the struggle with leaving stuff in the sink - my partner’s always reminding me to rinse and dry things right away, but I still slip up. I had a similar panic when my stainless steel scraper turned a weird rainbow c...
RE: If Your Braces Hurt Like Crazy At Night, What’s Your Go-To Fix?
Honestly, I’ve always wondered if the wax is really worth the extra cost. I get that it saves your cheeks when a bracket decides to go on the attack in the middle of the night, but sometimes I feel like it’s just a tempo...
RE: Which is better for implant soreness: painkillers or just waiting it out?
Ibuprofen always seems like the obvious choice, but honestly, I hesitate because it adds up if you use it often. I’ve found that a heating pad helps a bit, especially if the soreness isn’t too intense. Feels more cost-ef...
RE: Weirdest pain after getting braces tightened - normal or not?
That “glass” feeling is so real - I always wondered if it was just me being dramatic, but apparently not. I’ve been eyeing water flossers for ages but kept holding off because, honestly, they’re not cheap. Still, after o...
RE: How long does your toothbrush actually take to charge?
I relate to this way more than I expected. The charging thing is actually why I hesitated for ages before getting an electric brush. I went for a basic rechargeable model (I think it was on sale for $30 or so), and even ...