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RE: Are whitening gels really as harmless as the ads say?

I totally get the anxiety—those “squeaky clean” teeth after whitening always weirded me out too. I tried a gel once and followed the instructions to a...

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RE: Why does it feel like dentists only want to throw antibiotics at gum problems?

I totally relate to the “here’s a prescription, good luck” vibe. When I had my first whitening trays made, my gums were a mess from not cleaning aroun...

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RE: Water flossers showdown: cordless vs countertop, what's your pick?

I totally get that nagging feeling—like, what if I didn’t do enough and my hygienist finds something? I switched to cordless because the countertop wa...

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RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth—baking soda vs activated charcoal?

I’ve wondered the same about those enamel repair toothpastes. I tried one (Sensodyne Repair & Protect, if that’s allowed to mention), and honestly...

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RE: How we finally beat the “sugar bugs” at our house

Cutting juice was definitely a struggle in my house—my youngest acted like we’d banned birthdays or something. But honestly, after a couple weeks, the...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

Isn’t that the truth? I’ve obsessed over tiny chips in my teeth that nobody even noticed. Did the strips make your teeth sensitive too, or was it just...

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RE: Do bridges ever actually feel “normal” in your mouth?

I totally get what you mean about the “click”—that weird sensation was the thing I dreaded most before getting my bridge, too. Honestly, for the first...

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RE: How to make your dental crown last longer (my little trick)

That made me laugh—been there, done that with the sandwich surgery. I’m curious, did your dentist ever mention if certain foods are just flat-out "no"...

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RE: Worried about stitches after implant surgery

Your post made me laugh because I swear my tongue was on a mission after my first implant—couldn’t stop poking at the stitches, even when I knew bette...

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RE: Dental crowns: zirconia vs porcelain, which lasts longer?

Did your dentist recommend zirconia specifically for molars? Mine mentioned porcelain could be fine if you're careful, but honestly, I'm not exactly g...

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RE: SEDATION FOR TOOTH EXTRACTION - IV OR LAUGHING GAS?

I've only had laughing gas, and honestly, it was pretty chill. Did your dentist mention if your tooth is impacted or anything tricky? If it's straight...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

I've had a similar experience with fluoride-free toothpaste. Thought I'd try something more "natural," and within a week my teeth felt like they were ...

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RE: Finding the right doc for bone graft surgery—recent story got me thinking

Scrambled eggs were my go-to as well, but honestly, mashed potatoes saved me even more. Soft, filling, and zero sneaky bits to worry about. Rice sound...

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RE: Braces for underbite taking forever and a day

Haha, teeth really do have minds of their own, don't they? Glad you caught it early though... Did your teeth shift back easily once you started wearin...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I've definitely had mine last around two years too, but honestly, after about a year and a half it starts feeling less secure and kinda worn out. Have...

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